Olancare 2.5mg Tablet MD

Short Description

Olancare 2.5mg Tablet MD is used in the treatment of schizophrenia and mania.

Dosage Form

Tablet MD

Introduction

Olancare 2.5mg Tablet MD is used in the treatment of schizophrenia (a mental disorder that can result in hallucinations or delusions and also adversely affects a person's ability to think and behave) and mania. It is an atypical antipsychotic that works by affecting the levels of chemical messengers (dopamine and serotonin) to improve mood, thoughts, and behavior.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not handle the tablets with wet hands. Put it in your mouth but do not swallow it. Olancare 2.5mg Tablet MD may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects

No common side effects listed.

Alcohol Warning

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Olancare 2.5mg Tablet MD.

Breastfeeding Warning

Olancare 2.5mg Tablet MD is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Pregnancy Warning

Olancare 2.5mg Tablet MD may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Interacting Medicines

Clotrimazole Fluconazole Itraconazole Ketoconazole

Olancare 2.5mg Tablet MD is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by affecting the levels of chemical messengers (dopamine and serotonin) to improve mood, thoughts, and behavior.

Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Olancare 2.5mg Tablet MD can cause dizziness and sleepiness. Rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. Do not stop taking Olancare 2.5mg Tablet MD without talking to your doctor first as it may cause worsening of symptoms.