Olanzapine Flashcards
1
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Olanz- mode of action
A
Antipsychotic- serotonin, dopamine, histamine antagonist
2
Q
Olanz - indications
A
- Mild agitation
3
Q
Olanz - contraindications
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NIL
4
Q
Olanz - precautions
A
- May be less effective if agitation is due to drug intoxication or alcohol withdrawal - benzodiazepines are considered first line.
- Elderly/frail
5
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Olanz - side effects
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- Sedation
- Dizzy
- Extrapyramidal symptoms
- QT prolongation