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Olanzapine 10 milligram

Mercy Bon Secours Saint Vincent Medical Center · Phase 3 active Small molecule

Olanzapine 10 milligram is a Atypical antipsychotic Small molecule drug developed by Mercy Bon Secours Saint Vincent Medical Center. It is currently in Phase 3 development for Schizophrenia, Bipolar I disorder (acute mania and maintenance), Treatment-resistant depression (adjunctive).

Olanzapine blocks dopamine and serotonin receptors in the brain to reduce psychotic symptoms and stabilize mood.

Olanzapine blocks dopamine and serotonin receptors in the brain to reduce psychotic symptoms and stabilize mood. Used for Schizophrenia, Bipolar I disorder (acute mania and maintenance), Treatment-resistant depression (adjunctive).

At a glance

Generic nameOlanzapine 10 milligram
SponsorMercy Bon Secours Saint Vincent Medical Center
Drug classAtypical antipsychotic
TargetDopamine D2 receptor, Serotonin 5-HT2A receptor
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaPsychiatry
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

Olanzapine is an atypical antipsychotic that antagonizes dopamine D2 receptors and serotonin 5-HT2A receptors, which are implicated in psychosis and mood dysregulation. By blocking these receptors, it reduces positive symptoms of schizophrenia (hallucinations, delusions) and negative symptoms, and is also effective in bipolar disorder for acute mania and maintenance treatment.

Approved indications

Common side effects

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Frequently asked questions about Olanzapine 10 milligram

What is Olanzapine 10 milligram?

Olanzapine 10 milligram is a Atypical antipsychotic drug developed by Mercy Bon Secours Saint Vincent Medical Center, indicated for Schizophrenia, Bipolar I disorder (acute mania and maintenance), Treatment-resistant depression (adjunctive).

How does Olanzapine 10 milligram work?

Olanzapine blocks dopamine and serotonin receptors in the brain to reduce psychotic symptoms and stabilize mood.

What is Olanzapine 10 milligram used for?

Olanzapine 10 milligram is indicated for Schizophrenia, Bipolar I disorder (acute mania and maintenance), Treatment-resistant depression (adjunctive).

Who makes Olanzapine 10 milligram?

Olanzapine 10 milligram is developed by Mercy Bon Secours Saint Vincent Medical Center (see full Mercy Bon Secours Saint Vincent Medical Center pipeline at /company/mercy-bon-secours-saint-vincent-medical-center).

What drug class is Olanzapine 10 milligram in?

Olanzapine 10 milligram belongs to the Atypical antipsychotic class. See all Atypical antipsychotic drugs at /class/atypical-antipsychotic.

What development phase is Olanzapine 10 milligram in?

Olanzapine 10 milligram is in Phase 3.

What are the side effects of Olanzapine 10 milligram?

Common side effects of Olanzapine 10 milligram include Weight gain, Sedation, Metabolic syndrome / hyperglycemia, Hyperlipidemia, Akathisia, Extrapyramidal symptoms.

What does Olanzapine 10 milligram target?

Olanzapine 10 milligram targets Dopamine D2 receptor, Serotonin 5-HT2A receptor and is a Atypical antipsychotic.

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