Zyprexa? Zyprex is a common misspelling of Zyprexa.
Zyprexa® (olanzapine) is a drug that is licensed to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. When combined with the antidepressantfluoxetine (Prozac®), it is also approved to treat bipolardepression and treatment-resistant depression. The medicine is made by Eli Lilly and Company. There is currently no generic version of the drug licensed for sale.
The medication works by blocking or lessening the effects of several chemicals in the brain. It comes in tablet form and is usually taken once a day (injectable forms are also available). If you forget to take your dose as scheduled, take your missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule.
Most people tolerate this medicine well; however, as with any drug, side effects may occur. Some of the more common side effects of Zyprexa include dizziness, drowsiness, and constipation.
(To read more, click Zyprexa. Among the topics covered in this article are how Zyprexa works, when and how to take it, who should avoid taking it, and more. You can also click on any of the links in the box to the right for more specific information.)
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