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Difference between Oleanz and Oleanz
Can you explain what is the difference between Oleanz 5 and Oleanz Rapitab 5 ? I saw both of them contains Olanzapine. But which one is better for old people ? Can you tell with scientific explanation ?
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Both contain the same ingredient, but Oleanz RT can be dissolved in liquids or mixed in solid foods as powder. This helps in giving it to patients who are unable or unwilling to take oral tablets in a routine manner.
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Second one is dispersable and better to give as it can be mixed with food,less chances of cheeking too
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Oleanz and Oleanz Rapitab both contain Olanzapine. The difference is the formula of the actual tablet.
Oleanz Rapitab is orally disintegrating, that is it starts dissolving and getting absorbed as soon as the patient puts it in the mouth.
If the patient has difficulty swallowing, or is known to just keep the tablet in mouth and not swallow, Oleanz Rapitab is better as it starts to dissolve in mouth itself.
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In case of an elderly patient, Oleanz Rapitab may be more acceptable as they would have difficulty swallowing, but if the patient is able to swallow the tablet, efficacy wise it is similar.
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Only take the above mentioned tablets if prescribed from a licensed medical practitioner.
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