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Olanzapine (Zyprexa) Flashcards

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Olanzapine Classification

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Antipsychotic

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Olanzapine Mechanism

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SSRI, NE reuptake inhibitor -> antipsychotic and anticholinergic effects

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Olanzapine Pharmacokinetics

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Onset: <30m
Peak: 6h
Duration: Varies
Half Life: 21-54h

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Olanzapine Indications/Field Use

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  • Acute psychosis or agitation

- Alzheimer’s disease

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Olanzapine Contraindications

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Hypersensitivity

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Olanzapine Dose

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Adult:
10mg IM
Pedi:
Not established

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Olanzapine Side Effects/Adverse Reactions

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Myalgia, somnolence, dizziness, tremor, tachycardia, postural hypotension, nausea, dry mouth

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Olanzapine Precautions

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  • Caution in pt with CV disease, predisposition for hypotension and Parkinson’s disease
  • Must be reconstituted in 3mL sterile water prior to administration
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Olanzapine Drug Interactions

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Potentiates hypotensive effects of antihypertensives

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