💡 Uses & Benefits

• Approved for schizophrenia & bipolar disorder: Effective in managing positive (e.g., hallucinations, delusions) and negative symptoms of schizophrenia, as well as acute manic or mixed episodes citeturn0search0turn0search1turn0search18.

• Broad receptor activity: Blocks dopamine (D₁–D₅) and serotonin (5‑HT₂A/₂C/₃/₆), among others, to balance neurochemical pathways citeturn0search0turn0search10turn0search12.

• Oral dose range: Start at 10 mg once daily (5 mg in elderly or hepatic/renal impairment), adjustable up to 20 mg based on clinical need citeturn0search0turn0search14turn0search15.

• Rapid absorption: Achieves peak blood levels in ~5–8 hours; unaffected by food intake citeturn0search0turn0search10.

📋 Product Specifications

📌 Highlights at a Glance

• 🧠 Treats schizophrenia & bipolar mania

• ⚖️ Balances key neurotransmitters (dopamine & serotonin)

• 💊 Flexible dosing (5–20 mg/day), typically 10 mg once daily

• 🕒 Well-absorbed within hours; unaffected by meals

⚠️ Side Effects & Precautions

• Common: Weight gain, drowsiness, increased appetite, elevated glucose and lipids, dry mouth, dizziness, constipation citeturn0search6turn0search7turn0search11.

• Less common: Orthostatic hypotension, EPS (e.g., tremor), hyperprolactinemia, elevated liver enzymes, sedation, and asthenia citeturn0search6turn0search7turn0search11.

• Serious but rare: Diabetes onset, neuroleptic malignant syndrome, seizures, cardiovascular effects, leukopenia – immediate medical attention needed citeturn0search6turn0search7turn0search17.

• Precautions: Use cautiously in elderly, hepatic/renal impairment, seizure risk, diabetes, or cardiovascular conditions. Avoid alcohol and CNS depressants citeturn0search0turn0search1turn0search11.

⚕️ Administration & Monitoring

• Taken once daily (morning or evening), with or without food citeturn0search0turn0search11.

• Dose adjustments every 1 week, maximum 20 mg/day citeturn0search14turn0search15.

• Baseline monitoring: weight, glucose, lipids. Ongoing checks advised periodically citeturn0search6turn0search11.

• Do not abruptly discontinue; taper gradually under medical supervision to avoid rebound psychosis or withdrawal citeturn0search11turn0search2.

🧠 Why Choose Deprex (Olanzapine)?

• Trusted local brand by Square Pharmaceuticals, widely available in Bangladesh

• Well-researched atypical antipsychotic with strong efficacy across psychotic and mood disorders

• Oral therapy allows flexible dosing and outpatient management

• Competitive pricing (~৳4.5 per tablet) makes it accessible in low-resource settings

⚠️ Important Disclaimers

This is informational content only—not medical advice. Deprex is a prescription-only medication for mental health disorders. Always consult your healthcare provider regarding suitability, dosing, and monitoring before use.