ZyPREXA (injection)

Generic name:olanzapine (injection) [ oh-LAN-za-peen ]
Brand names: ZyPREXA, ZyPREXA Relprevv
Drug class:Atypical antipsychotics

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Apr 18, 2022. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is olanzapine injection?

Olanzapine is an antipsychotic medication that is used to treat symptoms of schizophrenia in adults. Olanzapine injection is not for daily use to treat any psychotic condition.

Olanzapine injection is available only under a special program. You must be registered in the program and understand the risks and benefits of using this medication.

Olanzapine injection may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

Olanzapine injection can cause symptoms of delirium (sudden severe confusion, disorientation, agitation, problems with speech or walking), or drowsiness severe enough for you to lapse into a coma. You will be watched closely for at least 3 hours after your injection, and you should not drive for the rest of the day.

Olanzapine injection is not approved for use in older adults with dementia-related psychosis.

Before taking this medicine

You should not receive this medication if you are allergic to olanzapine.

Olanzapine may increase the risk of death in older adults with dementia-related psychosis and is not approved for this use.

If possible before you receive olanzapine injection, tell your doctor if you have ever had:

• suicidal thoughts or actions;

• liver disease;

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