Tolaz 10 MG Injection

Tolaz 10 MG Injection is used to treat certain mood disorders like schizophrenia or bipolar disorder. It can also be used in combination with other medications to treat depression. It is an antipsychotic drug that helps improve the mental condition of patients suffering from hallucinations too. All these symptoms occur due an imbalance of chemicals in the brain. This medication is prescribed only to adults and children above the age of 13.

Tolaz 10 MG Injection should be always taken under the supervision of a doctor. Never use it without the approval of your doctor. Also, it is important to take the recommended doses regularly. If you have missed a dose, take it as quickly as possible. However, f it’s already near the time for the next dose, skip it. Don’t take two doses as it will result in undesirable effects on your body.

Certain precautions must be observed before taking Tolaz 10 MG Injection. Elderly patients suffering from dementia shouldn’t use this medication. Also, people suffering from high blood sugar should take a doctor’s opinion before using this medication. Any history of blood clotting issues, liver disease or kidney issues should be mentioned to the doctor. Any form of allergies must be mentioned to the doctor as well. Also, it is advisable to avoid alcohol during the treatment period.

Tolaz 10 MG Injection might also cause certain side effects. Common side effects are: weight gain (especially among young adults), headache, dizziness, problems with speech or memory, tremors or shaking, dry mouth, stomach pain, constipation etc. These conditions usually go away on their own. However, if the symptoms are severe, it is advisable to consult with your doctor. Some rare but serious side effects also occur due to this medication. These symptoms are: uncontrolled muscle moments, swelling of hands or feet, hallucinations, fever, swollen gums, painful mouth sores, liver problem, yellowing eyes and skin, stiff muscles etc. If any of these symptoms arise, immediately take medical help.

Tolaz 10 MG Injection should be stored at room temperature. It should be kept away from the reach of children or pets.

• Schizophrenia

• Bipolar Disorder

• Depression

• Agitation

• Allergy

  Avoid if you have a known allergy to Tolaz 10 MG Injection or any other Beta-lactam antibiotics.

• Headache

• Sleepiness

• Dizziness

• Chest Pain

• Dry Mouth

• Loss Of Libido

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect lasts for an average duration of 20 to 40 hours after onset of action.

• What is the onset of action?

  The effect can be observed within 5 to 8 hours of oral administration.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Insufficient data is available for the use of this medicine in pregnant women. Use this medicine only if clearly needed under the supervision of the doctor.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendency has been reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Avoid breastfeeding if you are taking this medicine. Take this medicine only if clearly needed. However, monitoring of undesired effects is necessary.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Tolaz 10 MG Injection , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Olandus 10 MG Injection

  Zydus Cadila

• Oleanz 10 MG Injection

  Sun Pharma Laboratories Ltd

• Oliza 10 MG Injection

  Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Take the missed dose as soon as possible. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the dose and follow the regular schedule.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Tolaz 10 MG Injection efficacy in schizophrenia is mediated through a combination of Dopamine and Serotonin type 2 receptor site antagonism. The mechanism of action of olanzapine in the treatment of acute manic or mixed episodes associated with bipolar I disorder is unknown.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Alcohol

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  Lab

  Information not available.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Medicine

  Patients should not use Tolaz 10 MG Injection in combination with Acarbose, Amlodipine, Cetirizine, Diazepam, Tramadol and Atropine.

• Interaction with Food

  N/A

  You should take Tolaz 10 MG Injection before food. If you are advised to take this medicine after food, then sufficient time gap should be maintained in order to avoid undesired effects.

• Interaction with Disease

  Disease

  It is strictly advised to patients who suffer from Dementia, Tardive Dyskinesia, Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome, Central Nervous System Depression, Diabetes and Seizure disorders should not use Tolaz 10 MG Injection.