What is olanzapine and fluoxetine used for? The combination medication is approved to treat depression that is associated with bipolar disorder in adults. A healthcare provider can also recommend it for certain "off-label" uses. In these cases, olanzapine and fluoxetine is used to treat depression that is not associated with bipolar disorder.
Bipolar disorder, also known as manic depression, is a serious brain disease that causes extreme shifts in mood, energy, and functioning. Currently, it is thought that bipolar disorder may be at least partially genetic (see Bipolar Causes). Bipolar disorder is different from the normal ups and downs that everyone goes through -- the symptoms of bipolar disorder are more severe. Episodes of mania and depression typically recur throughout the affected person's lifespan. Between episodes, most people with bipolar disorder are free of symptoms (see Bipolar Disorder Symptoms). Effective bipolar disorder treatment usually involves a combination of psychotherapy (see Bipolar Psychosocial Treatments) and bipolar medications.
Is Olanzapine and Fluoxetine Used for Children?
Olanzapine and fluoxetine has not been approved for treating
bipolar disorder in children. Be sure to talk with your healthcare provider about the risks and benefits of using the medication in children.
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