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GlossaryOlanzapine

antipsychotic medication used to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder

Olanzapine, also known by the brand name Zyprexa, is an antipsychotic medication used to treat mental health conditions such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. It works by altering the activity of certain neurotransmitters in the brain, helping to reduce symptoms like hallucinations, delusions, and mood swings.

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research Treatment of Delusional Infestation with Olanzapine

3 citations , July 2012 in “Indian Journal of Psychological Medicine”

Olanzapine helped a man who thought he had bugs on his skin.

research Anorexia Nervosa and Gender Dysphoria: A Clinical Case

June 2022 in “European Psychiatry”

Eating disorders in gender dysphoria patients may be a coping mechanism for body image issues.

research Olanzapine Induced Hair Loss: A Case Report

9 citations , October 2012 in “Klinik Psikofarmakoloji Bülteni-Bulletin of Clinical Psychopharmacology”

Stopping the drug olanzapine can reverse hair loss caused by it.

research Reporting on Adverse Clinical Events

November 2010 in “Clin-Alert”

Monitoring for adverse effects in clinical treatments is crucial.

research A Case of Telogen Effluvium Associated with Drug-Induced Hyperprolactinemia

January 2020 in “Nihon rinsho hifukaikai zasshi”

A woman's temporary hair loss was caused by high prolactin levels from her medication.

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