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May 5 Antipsychotic > Olanzapine/ Zyprexa > Flashcards

Olanzapine/ Zyprexa Flashcards

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Mech of action

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SSRI, NE Reuptake inhibitor > antipsychotic and anticholinergic effects

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Classification

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Antipsychotic

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Pharmacokinetics

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OOA- <30min
Peak- 6hrs
Duration- Varies
Half life- 21-54hrs

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Indications

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Acute psychosis or agitation

Alzheimer’s disease

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Contraindications

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Hypersensitivity

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Side effects

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

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Dose

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Adult- 10mg IM

Pedi- N/A

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Precautions

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Caution pt with CV disease, predisposition for hypotension, and parkinson’s diseases
Must be re-constituted in 3ml sterile water prior to admin

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Drug-Drug

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Potentiates hypotensive effects of antihypertensives

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