Hello! What is the scheme for stopping the intake of Olanzapine? The last overnight dose is 5 mg. And what less harmful drugs can help restore sleep.
With gratitude, Irina.
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Anna Lewandowska Pharmacist, Editor
14 days ago
Please note that you should not modify the dosage of medications yourself. Any changes should take place under strict medical supervision. For Olanzapine, it is recommended to reduce the dose gradually, for example by 2.5 mg every week. We wrote more about it here:
https://www.gdziepolek.pl/artykuly/czy-jak-i-kiedy-mozna-odstawic-leki
For sleep problems that may occur after stopping olanzapine, you may want to consider using less harmful medications, such as:
Melatonin – a natural hormone that regulates sleep rhythm.
https://www.gdziepolek.pl/produkty/47918/melatonina-lek-am-tabletki/apteki
Anti-anxiety medications – such as lorazepam, which can help you sleep, but should be used with caution. https://www.gdziepolek.pl/produkty/44855/lorafen-drazetki/apteki
Sleeping medications – e.g. zolpidem, which are relatively short-term and can be helpful, but also require caution in use. https://www.gdziepolek.pl/produkty/6229/zolpidem-apotex-apo-zolpin-tabletki-powlekane/apteki
In any case, before making any changes to treatment, you should consult your doctor to choose the right therapy and avoid potential interactions and side effects. If you have any further doubts, it is worth consulting your attending physician. If you are unable to consult your doctor, you can use the teleconsultation here: