Zyprexa Relprevv

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Side Effects of Zyprexa Relprevv

As with any medicine, Zyprexa Relprevv can cause side effects. However, not everyone who uses the drug will experience problems. Most people tolerate it quite well.

If side effects do occur, in most cases, they are minor and either require no treatment or are treated easily by you or your healthcare provider. Serious side effects are less common.

Some of the common side effects of this medication include but are not limited to:

Headache
Sedation
Weight gain
Cough.

(Click Zyprexa Relprevv Side Effects to learn more, including potentially serious side effects you should report immediately to your healthcare provider.)

Drug Interactions

Zyprexa Relprevv may react with a number of other medications (see Zyprexa Relprevv Drug Interactions).

Important Information for Your Healthcare Provider

Talk with your healthcare provider prior to receiving this medication if you have:

Liver disease, such as hepatitis, cirrhosis, or liver failure
Kidney disease, such as kidney failure
Dementia, including Alzheimer's dementia or any other type of dementia
Heart rhythm problems (an abnormal heartbeat)
Low blood pressure (hypotension) or high blood pressure (hypertension)
Diabetes, high blood glucose (sugar) levels, or a close family member with diabetes
High cholesterol or high triglycerides
Heart disease of any kind, including congestive heart failure
Had a heart attack or stroke
Been told you have a low white blood cell count
Seizures or a seizure disorder
Ever had thoughts of suicide or harming yourself
Had a condition known as neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS)
A condition known as tardive dyskinesia (abnormal, uncontrollable body movements)
A tendency to be dehydrated, will be exposed to high temperatures, or exercise a lot
Narrow-angle glaucoma
An enlarged prostate (prostatic hypertrophy or prostatic hyperplasia)
A history of bowel obstruction or blockage
Difficulty swallowing
Ever had breast cancer
Any allergies, including to foods, dyes, or preservatives.

Also, let your healthcare provider know if you:

Are pregnant or thinking of becoming pregnant (see Zyprexa Relprevv and Pregnancy)
Are breastfeeding (see Zyprexa Relprevv and Breastfeeding).

Make sure to tell your healthcare provider about any other medications you are taking, including prescription and nonprescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.

(Click Zyprexa Relprevv Warnings and Precautions to learn more, including information on who should not use the drug.)

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