Is olanzapine a dopamine agonist?
Is olanzapine a dopamine agonist?
Olanzapine (Zyprexa) is a newer dopamine antagonist commonly prescribed for schizophrenia. Dopamine antagonists can also be used for less common health problems, such as Tourette syndrome.
Does olanzapine cause dementia?
Olanzapine is not approved for use in psychotic conditions related to dementia. Olanzapine may increase the risk of death in older adults with dementia-related conditions. You should not take olanzapine if you are allergic to it.
Is olanzapine a SSRI?
Olanzapine/fluoxetine (trade name Symbyax, created by Eli Lilly and Company) is a single capsule containing the atypical antipsychotic olanzapine and the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) fluoxetine. Olanzapine/fluoxetine is primarily used to treat the depressive episodes of bipolar I disorder as well as treatment-resistant depression.
