Olanzapine
Olanzapine (Zyprexa) is an antipsychotic medicine used for schizophrenia and bipolar I disorder. This page presents the one formulation in the catalogue, covering its strengths, brand origin, and how it is used.
Key points
- Olanzapine comes as a tablet in six strengths, from 2.5 mg to 20 mg.
- The originator brand Zyprexa was developed by Eli Lilly.
- It works by affecting brain chemicals involved in mood and thinking.
Olanzapine in this catalogue
Zyprexa is the only product listed. It is indicated for schizophrenia and bipolar I disorder, and falls under the Mental Health category. The active ingredient olanzapine is present in every formulation in the catalogue.
