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Can Zyprexa Decrease Seizures Threshold?

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Posted on Thu, 9 Mar 2017
Question: CAN USE OF ZYPREXA DURING A SEIZURE AGGRAVATE THE SEIZURE OR CAUSE DEATH ?
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Erion Spaho (39 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Zyprexa may decrease seizures threshold.

Detailed Answer:
Hello and thanks for using HealthcareMagic.

I have read your question and understand your concerns.

Olanzapine is found to decrease seizures threshold.

However, cases of Olanzapine and other atypical antipsychotics induced seizures also are reported.

Death may occur only if status epilepticus occurs.

Hope you found the answer helpful. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Kind regards.

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Can Zyprexa Decrease Seizures Threshold?

Brief Answer: Zyprexa may decrease seizures threshold. Detailed Answer: Hello and thanks for using HealthcareMagic. I have read your question and understand your concerns. Olanzapine is found to decrease seizures threshold. However, cases of Olanzapine and other atypical antipsychotics induced seizures also are reported. Death may occur only if status epilepticus occurs. Hope you found the answer helpful. Let me know if I can assist you further. Kind regards.