Stopped my anxiety attacks (two recent visits to ER). At the ER they gave me lorazepam. My doctor put me on 5 mg per day olanzapine because lorazepam is a depressant and could trigger another anxiety atack (paradoxically even though it is an antianxiolitic) before the flouxetine he also prescribed stabilizes me. I had to reduce to 2.5 mg after first dose of olanzapine because of severe lethargy (M...
Mommy | 19-24 | Male | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
6/15/2012
Condition: Other
Overall rating 1.0
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I have 21 year old son take this to get away from other prescription meds he seems to be addicted to.n He was prescribed this as it had the side effect of feeling HIGH. THIS IS A WARNING TO prescription med abusers....My son frequently fell over, has dribbled uncontrollably - says use care while taking this.....he crashed the car as he had memory loss....PLEASE DO NOT take this med if you dont have to......It REALLY has strong side effects and this comes from the mother of a kid who has tried EVERYTHING known to mankind!!! Thanks - Concerned MomRead More Read Less
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Anonymous | 65-74 | Male | On medication for less than 1 month | Caregiver
5/26/2012
Condition: Bipolar I Disorder with Most Recent Episode Mixed
Overall rating 4.3
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hyper | 35-44 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
12/9/2011
Condition: Mania associated with Bipolar Disorder
Overall rating 3.3
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I have only been on this medicine for 8 days. It has helped some but I still cant sit still or focus
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Anonymous | 45-54 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Caregiver
12/6/2011
Condition: Bipolar I Disorder with Most Recent Episode Mixed
Overall rating 4.7
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Anonymous | 25-34 | Male | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
11/4/2011
Condition: Bipolar I Disorder with Most Recent Episode Mixed
Overall rating 4.3
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wayde | 45-54 | Male | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Patient
10/15/2011
Condition: Mental Disorder with Loss of Normal Personality & Reality
Overall rating 2.3
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i suffer from PTSD do to combat,and been taking this for 9 months.my dr. had tried 4 other types of meds that did not work. i smoke pot every day 10 joints to help with back spasums cuz the meds i am given for the spasums makes me very sleepy and i do not get anything done. well my mental health dr. tells me the meds do not work cuz of the weed i smoke.
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Anonymous | 55-64 | Female | Patient
9/27/2011
Condition: Mania associated with Bipolar Disorder
Overall rating 4.0
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[email protected] | 35-44 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
9/17/2011
Condition: Schizophrenia
Overall rating 1.0
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i'm unsure how this medication is to work for me so i don't know what great help i should be having from taking this edication
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olanzapine | 65-74 | Male | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Caregiver
9/7/2011
Condition: Manic-Depression
Overall rating 4.0
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cookie1c123 | 13-18 | Male | On medication for less than 1 month | Caregiver
8/15/2011
Condition: Other
Overall rating 3.0
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have major OCD! My son wont take anuything but it kills me to see him so Obsessive!
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mechanic45 | 45-54 | Male | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Patient
8/2/2011
Condition: Bipolar I Disorder with Most Recent Episode Mixed
Overall rating 4.3
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it help my acid reflux
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jessdufour | 25-34 | Male | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Caregiver
12/16/2010
Condition: Mental Disorder with Loss of Normal Personality & Reality
Overall rating 2.3
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This medication worked wonderfully to get my husband out of a psychotic episode, however in terms of long term use, was almost completely useless. He gained 40 lbs in just a few short months, and was in a virtual vegetative state for the entire year that he was on it. He went off it for a year, had another episode, and is now on a combo of Abilify and Lithium which is a world of difference. If you're prone to weight gain for any reason, talk to your doc about alternatives before Olanzapine.
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mizmar | 35-44 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
8/29/2010
Condition: Other
Overall rating 2.7
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having trouble urninating when bladder is full.
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E | 45-54 | Male | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Caregiver
7/24/2010
Condition: Mental Disorder with Loss of Normal Personality & Reality
Overall rating 5.0
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Severe sleep deprivation over months, and major life stressor were piling up until I began chasing my tail. I was placed on Cybalta and Zyprexa, and within days, I was sleeping, eating to regain 20 lbs. I lost in 3 months of racing thoughs. I have dry mouth as side effect. I have my personality back, and I can smile again. The stressors can't be changed, but they real and I effect only those I can effect. mouth00000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000Read More Read Less
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zyprexa | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
7/14/2010
Condition: Nausea and Vomiting caused by Cancer Drugs
Overall rating 4.0
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makes me tired,weight gain
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Steve Traughber | 55-64 | Male | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
7/4/2010
Condition: Schizophrenia
Overall rating 5.0
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This drug took away all of my anxiety and helps me to sleep. The only complaint I have is that I've broken out with a rash. I will see the doctor tosee if the rash is from the med.
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KICKS | 35-44 | Male | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Patient
6/23/2010
Condition: Bipolar I Disorder with Most Recent Episode Mixed
Overall rating 4.7
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FOUND THIS MEDICINE VERY EASY AND WOULD PUT ME TO SLEEP, JUST HAVE TO FORCE YOURSELF GETTING OUT OF BED COME MORNING
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diabetic | 45-54 | Male |
4/19/2010
Condition: Other
Overall rating 3.7
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1/2 a pill lowered my blood sugars! much more effective than insulin.
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SAMMIEJONEY | 35-44 | Female | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
4/13/2010
Condition: Bipolar I Disorder with Most Recent Episode Mixed
Overall rating 1.7
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EXTREME HUNGER AND WEIGHT GAIN OF 12-16 LBS PER MONTH. RESEARCHED AND FOUND OUT THAT IT CAUSES WEIGHT GAIN IN FAT CELLS EVEN IF NOT EATING. MANY OTHER BAD SIDE EFFECTS.
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Zyprexa | 65-74 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
11/7/2009
Condition: Additional Medications to Treat Depression
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