Olanzapine Dosing (Cont.)

General Olanzapine Dosage Information

Some considerations for people taking olanzapine include:
 
  • Olanzapine is available in several forms, including regular tablets and tablets that are meant to dissolve rapidly in the mouth. These tablets are called Zyprexa Zydis® tablets.
     
  • Regular olanzapine tablets should be taken with a glass of water. Zyprexa Zydis tablets do not need to be taken with water.
     
  • Your olanzapine dosage can be taken with or without food.
     
  • Olanzapine can be taken either in the morning or at night. However, olanzapine should be taken at the same time each day to maintain even levels of the drug in your blood.
     
  • If olanzapine causes bothersome drowsiness or dizziness for you, ask your healthcare provider if you can take your olanzapine at bedtime to decrease these side effects.
     
  • For olanzapine to work properly, it must be taken as prescribed. Olanzapine will not work if you stop taking it.
     
  • If you are unsure about anything related to your dosage or olanzapine dosing in general, please talk with your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist. Do not stop taking olanzapine without first discussing it with your healthcare provider (see Withdrawal From Zyprexa).

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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD;