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What Does Worsening Of Tremors While On Zyprexa Indicate?
Question: More info I am 33 f who was taken zyprexa. Recently the tremors are getting worse. I have fallen 5 time today and hit my head. I feel very weak.
Brief Answer:
These are side effects of Olanzapine
Detailed Answer:
Welcome to Dr. Hanif's virtual clinic dear XXX!
I appreciate your cooperation. Dear XXXXXXX its your drug which you are taking for Bipolar disease, Olanzapine, its causing the side effects of disbalance and history of fall is due to that.
Fever, sweating, confusion, or muscle stiffness.
Some side effects due to olanzapine are:-
Increased restlessness or excessive movements.
Jerky muscle movement you cannot control (often in your face, tongue, or jaw).
Lightheadedness or fainting.
Numbness or weakness in your arm or leg, or on one side of your body.
Severe sleepiness, slurred speech, or trouble with breathing.
Shakiness, problems with balance or walking.
Swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet.
Please consult your neurologist to change the drug. You may also ask a direct question from my profile, in future if you have any issues/doubts.
May you get well soon.
Regards!
Dr. Hanif XXXXXXX USA
These are side effects of Olanzapine
Detailed Answer:
Welcome to Dr. Hanif's virtual clinic dear XXX!
I appreciate your cooperation. Dear XXXXXXX its your drug which you are taking for Bipolar disease, Olanzapine, its causing the side effects of disbalance and history of fall is due to that.
Fever, sweating, confusion, or muscle stiffness.
Some side effects due to olanzapine are:-
Increased restlessness or excessive movements.
Jerky muscle movement you cannot control (often in your face, tongue, or jaw).
Lightheadedness or fainting.
Numbness or weakness in your arm or leg, or on one side of your body.
Severe sleepiness, slurred speech, or trouble with breathing.
Shakiness, problems with balance or walking.
Swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet.
Please consult your neurologist to change the drug. You may also ask a direct question from my profile, in future if you have any issues/doubts.
May you get well soon.
Regards!
Dr. Hanif XXXXXXX USA
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