What is Symbyax (Olanzapine/Fluoxetine)?

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Symbyax (also known by the generic name Olanzapine/Fluoxetine) is used to treat bipolar disorder. It is also sometimes used to treat depression when other medications have failed. It is made up of a combination of an antipsychotic and an antidepressant.

The antipsychotic portion is called Olanzapine. This medicine interacts with certain chemicals in the brain, helping to elevate and stabilize mood.

The antidepressant portion is called Fluoxetine. It belongs to a specific group of antidepressants called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). It blocks certain chemical exchanges in the brain, helping to stabilize and elevate state of mind.

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What side effects are associated with use of Symbyax (Olanzapine/Fluoxetine)?

Side effects associated with the use of Symbax (Olanzapine/Fluoxetine) may include drowsiness, dizziness, insomnia, mild diarrhea, dry mouth, increased thirst, increased or decreased appetite, weight loss or gain, sore throat, cough, changes in menstruation, decreased sex drive, swelling of the limbs, and breast swelling.

More severe side effects of Symbax (Olanzapine/Fluoxetine) may include severe fever, chills, sweating, feeling faint, increased thirst or hunger, frequent urination, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, weakness, fatigue, tremors, seizures, confusion, agitation, chest pain or pressure, bruising or yellowing of the skin, and white patches or sores in your mouth or on your lips. If you experience these or any other symptoms while using Symbax (Olanzapine/Fluoxetine), stop using it and call your doctor right away.

Allergic reactions are possible with the use of Symbax (Olanzapine/Fluoxetine) and include a sudden rash, itchiness or swelling of the skin, mouth, or throat, and difficulty breathing. If you suspect you are having an allergic reaction to this drug, seek emergency medical care.

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What precautions are advised when taking Symbyax (Olanzapine/Fluoxetine)?

People who start taking an antidepressant sometimes may initially have increased thoughts of suicide. Be sure to keep in regular contact with your healthcare provider when you first start taking Symbax (Olanzapine/Fluoxetine). If your moods become erratic or worsen, consult your healthcare provider right away. Examples of this are things such as panic attacks, insomnia, aggressiveness, agitation, restlessness, becoming more depressed, or have thoughts of hurting yourself or others.

It is not uncommon for it to take up to four weeks before symptoms of bipolar disorder or depression improve. Do not stop taking this medication unless specifically advised so by your doctor, and contact your doctor if your symptoms are not improved after using this medicine regularly for at least a month.

Certain medications may interfere with how Symbax (Olanzapine/Fluoxetine) works in your body including drugs for heart disorders, cold and allergy medicines, narcotic pain medicines, sleeping pills, muscle relaxants, anti-seizure medications, other anti-depressants or anti-anxiety medicines, and any herbal or nutritional supplements you may be taking. Discuss these with your doctor. You can buy this medication from an online Canadian drugs store and save considerably.

Patients taking this medicine are advised not to drink alcohol, operate machinery, or engage in any other potentially dangerous activities.

Do not take Symbax (Olanzapine/Fluoxetine) if you have used an MAO inhibitor within the past 14 days. Serious, life-threatening side effects can occur if you take this medicine before the MAO inhibitor has cleared from your body.

Women who are pregnant, nursing, or may become pregnant should not use Olanzapine/Fluoxetine unless specifically prescribed by their doctor.

What happens with an overdose of Symbyax (Olanzapine/Fluoxetine)?

Overdose with Symbax (Olanzapine/Fluoxetine) may include confusion, seizures or tremors, nausea, vomiting, as well as any of the severe side effects listed previously. If you suspect an overdose, call your doctor, poison control, or provincial poison control center immediately.

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