Schizophrenia Articles A-Z
A healthcare provider may prescribe Zyprexa to treat bipolar disorder or schizophrenia. This eMedTV article offers an overview of Zyprexa, noting in particular its uses, general dosing guidelines, strengths, and possible side effects.
Zyprexa alternatives can include therapy and other medications (such as Haldol or lithium). This page on the eMedTV Web site lists a number of alternatives to Zyprexa and describes situations in which they may be considered.
Zyprexa passes through breast milk. Therefore, as this eMedTV page explains, the drug's manufacturer recommends avoiding Zyprexa while breastfeeding. This resource offers an in-depth look at Zyprexa and breastfeeding.
Is there a link between Zyprexa and diabetes? As this part of the eMedTV Web site explains, in clinical trials, up to 1 percent of patients taking Zyprexa developed diabetes. This article discusses how Zyprexa may increase your risk of diabetes.
In previous clinical studies, up to 32 percent of people taking Zyprexa reported dry mouth as a side effect. This eMedTV segment lists some things you can do if you're on Zyprexa and dry mouth occurs (such as sipping water or sugarless drinks often).
It's hard to tell for sure if there is a relationship between the use of Zyprexa and hair loss. But as this eMedTV resource explains, if you experience hair loss while taking Zyprexa, you should let your healthcare provider know.
In clinical trials, up to 12 percent of patients taking Zyprexa experienced insomnia. This eMedTV page lists some of the things you can do if you're taking Zyprexa and insomnia becomes a problem, such as napping no later than 3 p.m.
Zyprexa is classified as a pregnancy Category C medication. This selection from the eMedTV archives provides detailed information about Zyprexa and pregnancy, including what to do if you become pregnant while taking Zyprexa.
Up to 26 percent of patients taking Zyprexa experience weight gain as a side effect. This eMedTV page lists some things you can do if you're on Zyprexa and weight gain occurs (such as eating lots of fruits, vegetables, and other heart-healthy foods).
For the treatment of schizophrenia, the recommended starting Zyprexa dosage is 5 mg to 10 mg once daily. This eMedTV Web page provides an overview of Zyprexa dosing and also includes information on when and how to take the drug.
Taking drugs like alcohol or Floxin along with Zyprexa can cause, or increase your risk of, side effects. This eMedTV article discusses a number of other drugs that can potentially interact with Zyprexa (such as ketoconazole and mexiletine).
Symptoms of a Zyprexa overdose can include convulsions, cardiac arrest, and coma, among other things. This eMedTV resource discusses the effects of a Zyprexa overdose and describes some of the treatment options that are available.
As this eMedTV article explains, some people who take Zyprexa may experience impotence or a decreased sex drive, among other Zyprexa sexual side effects. If you experience any sexual side effects during treatment with Zyprexa, let your doctor know.
Thirst and constipation are among the common side effects of Zyprexa. This eMedTV page also lists Zyprexa side effects to report to your doctor (like signs of diabetes). Zyprexa side affects is a common misspelling of Zyprexa side effects.
Zyprexa side effects can include weight gain, drowsiness, and a dry mouth, among other things. This eMedTV resource covers these and other side effects that may occur while taking Zyprexa, including serious side effects to report to your doctor.
Zyprexa is licensed to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. This eMedTV page highlights these and other Zyprexa uses, including off-label uses such as the treatment of behavioral problems in elderly people with dementia.
Zyprexa Warnings and Precautions
Zyprexa can increase the risk of seizures in some people. This eMedTV article discusses other Zyprexa warnings and precautions, such as possible drug interactions and the safety of taking Zyprexa while pregnant or nursing.
Symptoms of Zyprexa withdrawal may include insomnia, hallucinations, and delusions. This eMedTV page provides a link to more information on withdrawal from Zyprexa. Zyprexa withdrawl is a common misspelling and variation of withdrawal from Zyprexa.
Zyprexa, a drug used to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, affects several chemicals in the brain. This eMedTV article explores Zyprexia dosing, side effects, and overdose symptoms. Zyprexia is a common misspelling of Zyprexa.