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Oliza Injection

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Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Salt Composition

Olanzapine (10mg)

Overview Oliza Injection

Oliza Injection treats schizophrenia (a mental illness causing hallucinations, delusions, and impaired thinking/behavior) and manic episodes. Administer Oliza Injection with or without food, but consistently at the same time daily for optimal blood levels. Follow your doctor's prescribed dosage and duration; if a dose is missed, take it immediately upon recall. Discontinuing Oliza Injection abruptly is risky and may exacerbate symptoms; consult your doctor first. Common side effects include dry mouth, constipation, muscle stiffness, and agitation. Initially, postural hypotension (sudden blood pressure drops upon standing) may occur; rise slowly from sitting or lying. Dizziness and drowsiness are also possible; avoid driving or mentally demanding tasks until effects are known. Weight gain, elevated blood sugar, and increased cholesterol are potential side effects, mitigated by a healthy diet and regular exercise. Rarely, serious adverse events like hyperglycemia or seizures may arise.

Primary Ingredients of Oliza Injection

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Uses of Oliza Injection

Managing Bipolar Disorder and Schizophrenia

Major Benefits of Oliza Injection:

This medication will be administered by your healthcare provider. Self-medication is strictly prohibited.

Common Side effects of Oliza Injection:

  • Sleepiness
  • Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
  • Increased prolactin level in blood
  • Dizziness
  • Dryness in mouth
  • Weight gain
  • Constipation
  • Restlessness
  • Tremors
  • Muscle stiffness

How to use Oliza Injection:

Administering this medication will be handled by your healthcare provider. Self-medication is strongly discouraged.

How Oliza Injection works:

Oliza Injection, an atypical antipsychotic agent, modifies neurotransmitter levels—specifically dopamine and serotonin—to positively influence mood, cognition, and behavior.

SAFETY ADVICE

AlcoholAlcoholUNSAFE

Alcohol consumption alongside Oliza Injection is contraindicated.

PregnancyPregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The use of Oliza Injection during pregnancy may pose risks. While human data is scarce, animal studies indicate potential harm to a fetus. A physician will assess the benefits against potential risks prior to prescribing. Seek medical advice.

Breast feedingBreast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Administering Oliza Injection while breastfeeding may pose significant risks. Available evidence from human studies indicates potential transfer of the medication into breast milk, with a consequent risk of infant harm.

DrivingDrivingUNSAFE

Administering Oliza Injection might reduce vigilance, impair vision, or induce drowsiness and dizziness. Driving should be avoided if these effects manifest.

KidneyKidneySAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Oliza Injection poses no safety concerns for patients with renal impairment; no dosage modification is necessary.

LiverLiverSAFE IF PRESCRIBED

The use of Oliza Injection in individuals with hepatic impairment is likely safe. Existing evidence indicates dose modification may be unnecessary for this population. Physician consultation is recommended.

What if you forget to take Oliza Injection :

Should you forget a scheduled dose of Oliza Injection, seek medical advice.

Facts to Know About Oliza Injection

LabelValue
Chemical Type Thienobenzodiazepine Analog
Developing Habits No.
Treatment Category Neuroscience of the Central Nervous System

FAQs on Oliza Injection

Oliza Injection is not approved to treat anxiety. While studied for this purpose, results have been unconvincing. It may, however, be used adjunctively with anxiolytics in managing anxiety disorders.
Oliza Injection isn't a sleeping pill; it's an atypical antipsychotic medication. It treats schizophrenia, a mental illness characterized by disordered thinking, diminished interest in life, and intense or inappropriate emotions. Oliza Injection also helps manage bipolar disorder (manic-depressive disorder), which involves periods of depression, mania, and other mood disturbances.
Oliza Injection carries a risk of serious side effects, including increased mortality in elderly individuals with dementia-related psychosis (confusion, memory loss, and disorientation). It can elevate blood sugar levels in both diabetic and non-diabetic patients, and may also cause weight gain and elevated blood lipid levels, particularly in adolescents.
Oliza Injection is contraindicated during pregnancy unless the potential benefits clearly outweigh the risks. Administration during the final trimester may cause fetal side effects such as tremors, muscle rigidity or weakness, lethargy, irritability, respiratory distress, and feeding difficulties.
Always consult your doctor before stopping Oliza Injection. Abruptly stopping treatment may lead to side effects such as sweating, insomnia, tremors, anxiety, nausea, or vomiting. Your doctor will gradually reduce your dosage to minimize these risks.
Oliza Injection's effectiveness can be reduced by smoking, which speeds up its metabolism. Alcohol should be avoided as it can increase drowsiness. Smokers may require a higher Oliza Injection dose, as determined by their doctor.
Oliza Injection is designed for slow release; however, rapid release can sometimes cause Post-injection Delirium Sedation Syndrome (PDSS), a serious side effect usually appearing within three hours. Therefore, a minimum three-hour hospital stay after injection is required.
Oliza Injection
100
MRP 116
13% off