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Side Effects of Zyprexa -2

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side effects of using Zyprexa as follows: Gastrointestinal side effects Zyprexa use can result in common general constitutional symptoms such as, nausea and vomiting. Taking dose of Zyprexa with a glass of water, after having some food or a snack can help avoid having unpleasant gastrointestinal symptoms with the medication. Zyprexa can also induce extreme dry mouth and constipation. Sucking on a sugar free hard candy can help with symptomatic [...]

Side Effects of Zyprexa -1

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side effects of using Zyprexa as follows: General allergic reactions Zyprexa use can result in general allergic reactions, such as, skin rashes, hives, and itching. Some patients can present with symptoms of severe allergic and anaphylactic response with Zyprexa, such as, difficulty breathing, swelling of face, lips, throat, and tongue, with consequent difficulty breathing. Seek emergency medical help for such findings, especially with difficulty breathing, for any appropriate measures to [...]

Side Effects of Zyprexa -1

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side effects of using Zyprexa as follows: Musculoskeletal side effects Zyprexa intake carries the risk of lowering the threshold for seizures, thereby, resulting in seizure activity, especially in individuals with history of the same Zyprexa intake can also induce a life-threatening reaction called Neuroleptic malignant syndrome. Individuals taking Zyprexa can present with high fever, episodes of confusion, muscle rigidity, elevated blood pressure, and rapid heart rate. Severe cases can present with [...]

How to Use Zyprexa

Patient/caregiver was educated on how to take Zyprexa as follows: Take this medication as ordered by your physician. Do not change the dose and frequency on this medication without consulting your doctor. Take the medication dose for the duration prescribed without fail. Take the medication dose at the same time, every day, to avoid forgetting the intake of medication. Taking the medication at regularly spaced intervals help maintain appropriate blood levels of Zyprexa needed to [...]

Therapeutic Uses of Zyprexa-2

Patient/caregiver was instructed upon therapeutic uses of Zyprexa as follows: Psychosis Zyprexa helps with controlling the racing thoughts associated with the psychotic states and thus, helps with controlling the unrealistic fears and illogical thought processes psychotic patients may have. Bipolar disorder Zyprexa can be used to control the agitation and anxiety associated with manic phase of bipolar disorder. Zyprexa can also be used with other antidepressants, such as, fluoxetine, for management of symptoms during the [...]