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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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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 Update on the Treatment of Trichotillomania

November 2024 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas”

N-acetylcysteine and memantine are recommended as safe and effective treatments for trichotillomania.

research Recent Advances in the Treatment of Trichotillomania (Hair-Pulling Disorder)

24 citations , June 2020 in “Dermatologic Therapy”

New drugs like N-acetylcysteine and dronabinol show promise for treating hair-pulling disorder.

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.

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