Available in the form of an oral tablet, Zyprexa is usually taken once a day. In clinical studies where this drug was taken for schizophrenia, people experienced improvements in their schizophrenia symptoms (including hallucinations and suspiciousness) and had fewer relapses. These studies also show Zyprexa to be effective for
bipolar disorder treatment.
It is not entirely known how Zyprexa works for the treatment of schizophrenia or bipolar disorder. However, it is known that it blocks or lessens the effects of several chemicals in the brain. These brain chemicals (such as dopamine and serotonin) may be elevated in people with schizophrenia or bipolar disorder. Zyprexa is not a cure for these conditions; it only helps to control symptoms.
(Click Zyprexa for more information on when and how to take Zyprexa, to find out what side effects may occur with treatment, and to learn about the warnings and precautions associated with this medicine.)
