Olimelt 10 Tablet MD

Olimelt 10 Tablet MD is used in the treatment of schizophrenia (a mental disorder that can result in hallucinations or delusions and also adversely affects a person’s ability to think and behave) and mania. Olimelt 10 Tablet MD may be taken with or without food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. This medication mustn't be stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms. Some common side effects of this medicine include dryness in the mouth, constipation, muscle rigidity, and restlessness. Initially, this medicine may cause a sudden drop in blood pressure when you change positions, so it is better to rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. It also causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. However, this medicine may increase your weight, blood sugar, and cholesterol levels but, modifying your lifestyle by having a healthy diet and exercising regularly can reduce this side effect. You should be cautious as in rare cases it may cause serious side effects like very high blood sugar levels or seizures.

USES OF OLIMELT TABLET MD

• Treatment of Schizophrenia
• Treatment of Mania

BENEFITS OF OLIMELT TABLET MD

In Treatment of Schizophrenia

Schizophrenia is a mental disorder in which a person’s thinking ability, feelings and behavior become abnormal. Olimelt 10 Tablet MD helps restore the chemical imbalances in the brain that are responsible for such changes. It improves thoughts, behavior and enhances the quality of life.

SIDE EFFECTS OF OLIMELT TABLET MD

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Olimelt

• Dizziness
• Sleepiness
• Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
• Dryness in mouth
• Weight gain
• Increased prolactin level in blood
• Constipation
• Muscle stiffness
• Restlessness
• Tremors

HOW TO USE OLIMELT TABLET MD

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not handle the tablets with wet hands. Put it in your mouth but do not swallow it. Olimelt 10 Tablet MD may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

HOW OLIMELT TABLET MD WORKS

Olimelt 10 Tablet MD is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by affecting the levels of chemical messengers (dopamine and serotonin) to improve mood, thoughts and behavior.