Bdaxit 5mg Tablet

Product Description

1. Technical Specifications

2. Product Description

Bdaxit 5mg Tablet contains Olanzapine, an atypical antipsychotic medication.
It works by modulating neurotransmitters in the brain, particularly dopamine and serotonin, to help restore mental balance.

It is commonly prescribed in the management of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, improving mood, thoughts, and behavior.

3. Product Highlights

4. Therapeutic Uses

• Schizophrenia (positive and negative symptoms)

• Bipolar Disorder:

  • Treatment of acute manic or mixed episodes

  • Maintenance therapy to prevent relapse

• Adjunct in Depression (in combination with other agents in treatment-resistant depression, if prescribed by a doctor)

5. Side Effects

Common:

• Drowsiness, sedation

• Weight gain

• Increased appetite

• Dizziness

• Dry mouth, constipation

• Restlessness

Serious / Severe:

• Extrapyramidal symptoms (tremor, rigidity, restlessness)

• Metabolic changes: hyperglycemia, diabetes, dyslipidemia

• Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (rare but life-threatening)

• Seizures (rare)

• Low blood pressure, arrhythmias

6. Precautions

• Blood Sugar & Lipid Monitoring: Increased risk of diabetes and dyslipidemia; regular monitoring advised.

• Weight Monitoring: Risk of weight gain; encourage diet control and exercise.

• CNS Depression: May cause sedationavoid driving or operating heavy machinery.

• Elderly Patients with Dementia: Increased risk of deathnot approved for this population.

• Pregnancy & Breastfeeding: Use only if clearly prescribed by the doctor.

• Drug Interactions: Avoid alcohol, CNS depressants, and medicines that prolong QT interval.

• Regular Monitoring: Weight, blood glucose, lipid profile, and complete blood count (CBC) recommended.