Patient/caregiver was educated on the contraindications of using Zyprexa as follows:
- Zyprexa can interact with a number of other medications and can precipitate serious reactions. If you are being newly started on Zyprexa, discuss with your physician regarding all other medications you are currently taking and their safety with Zyprexa. Also, if you have been taking Zyprexa for long, discuss with your physician regarding your history of Zyprexa intake, when you are being started on any new medication.
- Zyprexa intake can induce dizziness and make one drowsy. Do not take Zyprexa with alcohol or opioid pain medications, such as, hydrocodone and codeine, as these products can add to the dizziness and confusion caused by Zyprexa. A number of OTC cough medications and antihistamines, muscle relaxant medications, antidepressant medications, antipsychotics, and antianxiety medications, can potentiate the confusion caused by Zyprexa and so, must be avoided taking along with Zyprexa.
