Olanzapine ODT (Stada) TM
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Active ingredients: olanzapine
Brand name
(ARTG)
: STADA OLANZAPINE ODT 5 olanzapine 5 mg orodispersible tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Treatment of schizophrenia and related psychoses. Short-term treatment, alone or in combination with lithium or valproate, of acute manic episodes assoicated with bipolar I disorder. Preventing recurrence of manic, mixed or depressive episodes in bipolar I disorder.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, orally disintegrating
- Oral
- Yellow coloured, round, flat, bevel edged uncoated orodispersible tablet with break line on one side and plain on other side
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Protect from Moisture
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 28 tablets in blisters pack
Over 65 ?
(AHT)
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient olanzapine
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
