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Concept information

Preferred term

olanzapine

Type

  • Chemical

Definition

  • Information 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.

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https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/340717

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