What side effects can this medication cause?
Possible side effects from using olanzapine may include:
agitation
behavior problems
difficulty in speaking or swallowing
restlessness or need to keep moving
stiffness of arms or legs
trembling or shaking of hands and fingers
Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:
drowsiness
dizziness
restlessness
unusual behavior
depression
difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep
weakness
difficulty walking
constipation
weight gain
dry mouth
pain in arms, legs, back, or joints
diarrhea
If you experience any of the following symptoms, call your doctor immediately:
seizures
fainting
shaking of hands that you can not control
changes in vision
uncontrollable movements of your arms, legs, tongue, face, or lips
fever
very stiff muscles
excess sweating
fast or irregular heartbeat
unusual bleeding or bruising
loss of appetite
upset stomach
yellowness of the skin or eyes
pain in the upper right part of the stomach
flu-like symptoms
lack of energy
Olanzapine may cause other side effects. Call your doctor if you have any unusual problems while taking this medication.
Why is this medication prescribed?
Dosage and using this medicine
What special precautions should I follow?
What should I do if I forget a dose?