Description
| Medicine | |
| Alchohol Interaction | OLPICAD F TABLET may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol. |
| Pregnancy Interaction | OLPICAD F TABLET may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor. |
| Lactation Interaction | OLPICAD F TABLET is probably unsafe to use during lactation. \nLimited human data suggest that the drug could represent a significant risk to the baby. |
| Common Side Effect | Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhoea, Constipation, Dryness in mouth, Weight gain, Sleepiness, Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing), Dizziness, Muscle rigidity, Restlessness, Tremor, Delayed ejaculation, Anorgasmia (decreased orgasm), Low sexual desire. |
| How to Use | Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. OLPICAD F TABLET is to be taken with food. |
| Driving | OLPICAD F TABLET may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. |
| Kidney | OLPICAD F TABLET is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of OLPICAD F TABLET may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor. |
| Liver | OLPICAD F TABLET is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of OLPICAD F TABLET may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor. |
| Mechanism of action | OLPICAD F TABLET is a combination of two medicines: Fluoxetine and Olanzapine. Fluoxetine is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) which works by increasing the levels of serotonin, a chemical messenger in the brain. Olanzapine is an atypical antipsychotic which works by balancing the levels of chemical messengers (dopamine and serotonin) to improve mood, thoughts, and behavior. Together, they improve mood and physical symptoms of depression and relieve symptoms of panic and obsessive disorders. |
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