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    GlossaryOlanzapine (Zyprexa)

    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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      Update on the Treatment of Trichotillomania

      research Update on the Treatment of Trichotillomania

      May 2024 in “Actas dermo-sifiliográficas/Actas dermo-sifiliográficas”
      Effective treatments for trichotillomania include cognitive-behavioral therapy, certain medications, and alternative support tools.
      Olanzapine-Induced Hair Loss: A Case Report

      research Olanzapine-Induced Hair Loss: A Case Report

      8 citations, November 2002 in “˜The œCanadian journal of psychiatry/Canadian journal of psychiatry”
      Increasing olanzapine caused hair loss in a woman, which stopped after changing medication.
      Update on Psychodermatological Disorders

      research Update on Psychodermatological Disorders

      5 citations, February 2010 in “Expert Review of Dermatology”
      Treating both the mind and skin together, especially by managing stress, can greatly improve outcomes for skin disorders linked to psychological issues.
      Reporting on Adverse Clinical Events

      research Reporting on Adverse Clinical Events

      March 2021 in “Clin-Alert”
      The FDA warned about safety issues with remdesivir and tofacitinib, finasteride is linked to suicidality, potent topical corticosteroids increase osteoporosis risk, henna can cause hemolysis in G6PD deficiency, chemotherapeutic agents can cause adverse reactions, drug interactions are common in cancer patients, ketamine can reduce at-risk drinking, high dose of anticholinergics increases dementia risk in Parkinson's patients, and prenatal exposure to second-generation antipsychotics increases pregnancy complications.
      Skin Disorders

      research Skin Disorders

      March 2012 in “Pathy's Principles and Practice of Geriatric Medicine”
      Older adults often have skin problems due to aging, and treating these conditions requires attention to both physical and mental health.
      EU Legal and Regulatory Update

      research EU Legal and Regulatory Update

      November 2008 in “Journal of Generic Medicines”
      The document updates on EU legal changes, including pharmaceutical patents, class actions in Italy, and various drug-related rulings.