Concept information
- Research, Technology, Methods
- organic compounds
- heterocyclic compounds
- heterocyclic nitrogen compounds
- benzodiazepines
Preferred term
olanzapine
Type
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Chemical
Definition
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A benzodiazepine derivative that binds serotonin receptors; muscarinic receptors; histamine h1 receptors; adrenergic alpha-1 receptors; and dopamine receptors. It is an antipsychotic agent used in the treatment of schizophrenia; bipolar disorder; and major depressive disorder; it may also reduce nausea and vomiting in patients undergoing chemotherapy.
Source: Medical Subject Headings
Type: Concept definition
Broader concept
In other languages
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Spanish
URI
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/340717
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