{"id":631715,"date":"2025-04-01T09:30:53","date_gmt":"2025-04-01T13:30:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/?p=631715"},"modified":"2025-06-02T12:23:43","modified_gmt":"2025-06-02T16:23:43","slug":"how-long-does-olanzapine-take-to-work-for-anxiety","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/how-long-does-olanzapine-take-to-work-for-anxiety\/","title":{"rendered":"How long does olanzapine take to work for anxiety?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/olanzapine\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Olanzapine<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (brand names Zyprexa or Zyprexa Zydis) is a second-generation antipsychotic medication that&#8217;s FDA approved to treat mental health conditions like schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, including mixed or manic episodes. It&#8217;s also approved for treatment-resistant depression or depression with bipolar I disorder in combination with<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/fluoxetine-hcl\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fluoxetine<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In recent years,<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/olanzapine\/what-is\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">olanzapine<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> has been recognized for its effectiveness in managing anxiety disorders. It works by targeting dopamine and serotonin, neurotransmitters in the brain that enhance mood and alleviate anxiety symptoms.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re taking olanzapine for anxiety, how soon will it start to work? Generally, you can expect to feel its effects within a few days to a couple of weeks, although this can vary from person to person<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-long-does-it-take-for-olanzapine-to-work-for-anxiety\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How long does it take for olanzapine to work for anxiety?\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re prescribed olanzapine for anxiety symptoms, you&#8217;re probably wondering how quickly you&#8217;ll start feeling better. Soon after taking it, you may feel more relaxed and calm. Most effects take between several days to two weeks to notice, and the effects will vary by patient, according to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/specialtyaustin.com\/our_team\/charles-sweet\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Charles Sweet<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, MD, a board-certified psychiatrist and medical adviser for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/linear.health\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Linear Health<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mindpath.com\/clinicians\/zishan-khan-md\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Zishan Khan, MD<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a triple board-certified psychiatrist with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mindpath.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mindpath Health<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, explains that the onset of action also depends on dosage and formulation. For example:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Olanzapine tablets (5-20 mg\/day):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> While the medication&#8217;s effects typically begin within a few hours, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dr. Khan says full anxiety relief may take days to weeks.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Orally disintegrating tablets (ODT):<\/b> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This form of olanzapine has slightly faster absorption than regular tablets, but results can take days to weeks.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Intramuscular (IM) injection (5 mg\/mL):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> This form is primarily utilized in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/druginfo\/meds\/a614016.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">acute settings<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, but Dr. Khan says it works quickly\u2014within 15 to 45 minutes\u2014for agitation or severe anxiety.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8220;Signs of improvement include less intense anxiety symptoms, better sleep, improved mood, and decreased feelings of agitation,&#8221; notes Dr. Sweet, adding that ideally, these positive effects build gradually over time.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> While patients starting on a lower dosage (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/drugs-supplements\/olanzapine-oral-route\/description\/drg-20071350\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5 to 10 mg<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) may find that olanzapine takes slightly longer to produce noticeable effects, starting at a higher dosage can increase the risk of side effects.<\/span><\/p>\n\t\t<div id=\"coupon-cta\" class=\"coupon-cta master-template\">\n\t\t\t<p id=\"headline\">Save up to 80% on Olanzapine with SingleCare<\/p>\n\t\t\t<p id=\"subheadline\">Different pharmacies offer different prices for the same medication. 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class=\"coupon-see-all-btn\">See Olanzapine prices at all pharmacies<\/a>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/olanzapine-side-effects\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">side effects of olanzapine<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> include:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increased appetite\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increased thirst or frequent urination<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indigestion<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weight gain<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Constipation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dizziness<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drowsiness<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dry mouth or increased salivation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fever<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lack of energy<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sleepiness<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Depression<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Restlessness<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Orthostatic hypotension (a sudden drop in blood pressure when moving from sitting to standing)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hyperglycemia (high blood sugar levels)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tremors or movement disorders<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Back pain<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Speech or vision changes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Amnesia<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tingling in the hands and feet<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.accessdata.fda.gov\/drugsatfda_docs\/label\/2011\/020592s060s061,021086s038s039MedG.pdf\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Serious side effects<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Increased risk of death in older adults<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> who are confused, have memory loss, or have lost touch with reality (dementia-related psychosis)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Severe hyperglycemia<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (high blood sugar)\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>High cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the blood<\/b><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a rare nervous system reaction that causes symptoms like a high fever and muscle stiffness<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS) syndrome<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a hypersensitivity reaction that causes fever, rash, facial swelling, enlarged lymph nodes, and kidney or liver injury<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Tardive dyskinesia,<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> a movement disorder that causes uncontrolled body movements<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&#8217;s important to keep track of your symptoms and discuss any concerns with your healthcare provider.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\t\t<div class=\"singlecare-dynamic-newsletter-wrapper sin-newsletter-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"heading\">Get our mental health newsletter<\/span>\n\t\t\t<form class=\"form-wrapper\" data-newsletter-form=\"1\" data-subsource=\"Mental Health Newsletter\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"input-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<label for=\"dynamic-email\">Email<\/label>\n\t\t\t\t\t<input type=\"email\" id=\"dynamic-email\" class=\"email\" required>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"input-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<input class=\"submit-form-btn\" type=\"submit\" value=\"Click to sign up\">\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/form>\n\t\t\t<p class=\"success-message\" aria-live=\"polite\"><\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what-can-affect-how-long-olanzapine-takes-to-work\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What can affect how long olanzapine takes to work?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Factors that can affect absorption include food intake, gastrointestinal health, and the presence of other medications. Dr. Khan explains how these and other considerations can <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC10749543\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">influence<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> how fast olanzapine takes effect:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Individual metabolism:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> An individual\u2019s genetics and how they metabolize play a role, and as a result, a person may break down olanzapine faster or slower.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Overall health:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> For example, if a person suffers from impaired liver function, they can notice a delayed drug breakdown, which can prolong its effects.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Dosage:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Higher doses may have a faster and stronger sedative effect. However, this will also increase the risk of side effects.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Form:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Injectable forms have a higher bioavailability and work faster than oral forms.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Other medications:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Some drugs, like carbamazepine, can speed up olanzapine metabolism, while other medications, such as fluvoxamine, can slow it down.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Diet:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Although food doesn\u2019t significantly impact olanzapine&#8217;s absorption, consuming a high-fat meal may delay the peak effect.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Other lifestyle factors: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hydration level and body weight can also play a role since dehydration or a very high BMI can alter the distribution of olanzapine within the body.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To enhance olanzapine&#8217;s onset of action, Dr. Khan recommends taking olanzapine on an empty stomach to speed up its absorption. He recommends avoiding alcohol, foods that are high in sugar, and consuming excessive amounts of caffeine, as all these can potentially worsen sedation, cause weight gain, and counteract olanzapine&#8217;s calming metabolic effects. Dr. Sweet adds that it&#8217;s advisable to limit high-fat meals, as they can delay the drug&#8217;s absorption of olanzapine.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what-is-the-standard-olanzapine-dosage-for-anxiety\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is the standard olanzapine dosage for anxiety?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/zyprexa\/dosage\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Olanzapine dosage<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> varies based on the reason it&#8217;s being prescribed and the patient&#8217;s age. Standard doses for FDA-approved uses include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Schizophrenia and bipolar disorder:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Initial dose of 5-10 mg, then up to 20 mg\/day.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Bipolar disorder (acute and maintenance):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Initial dose of 10-15 mg, then up to 20 mg\/day.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Acute agitation: (usually by IM injection):<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC10332641\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10 mg per dose<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">repeated as needed up to 30 mg\/day.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For anxiety, which is an off-label use, Dr. Sweet says low doses of olanzapine may be prescribed, typically starting with 2.5-10 mg per day and adjusting from there as needed. &#8220;This dosage comes at the discretion of the prescriber and typically takes the individual\u2019s history, condition, and response to the drug into consideration,&#8221; he adds.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"who-should-avoid-taking-olanzapine\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Who should avoid taking olanzapine?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While olanzapine can be beneficial for many, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nami.org\/about-mental-illness\/treatments\/mental-health-medications\/types-of-medication\/olanzapine-zyprexa\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">certain individuals<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> should avoid taking this medication:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Older adults with dementia-related psychosis <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">are at increased risk of stroke and death.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Patients with a history of heart disease<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> may be at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/10.1155\/2013\/647476\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">increased<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> risk of hypotension or irregular heartbeat.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Individuals with liver disease<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK548842\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">increased<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> risk of liver injury.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Those with metabolic conditions<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> have an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC1492596\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">increased<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> risk of weight gain, diabetes, and dyslipidemia.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK582882\/\"><b>Pregnant or breastfeeding women<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> should weigh the risks and benefits with a provider. Olanzapine can affect fetal development and may pass into breast milk.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Possible <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/olanzapine-interactions\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">drug interactions<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/druginfo\/meds\/a601213.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Over-the-counter allergy medications<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CNS Depressants like alcohol, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/drug-classes\/opioids\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">opioids<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/drug-classes\/benzodiazepines\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">benzodiazepines<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tricyclic antidepressants<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/drug-classes\/ssris\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/drug-classes\/snris\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs)<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blood-pressure lowering medications<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CYP enzyme inhibitors<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other typical or atypical antipsychotic drugs<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anticonvulsants<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is not a complete list of drug interactions, share a list of all over-the-counter medications, supplements, and prescriptions you are taking with your healthcare team.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"the-bottom-line\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The bottom line<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Olanzapine can take several days to a couple of weeks to work for anxiety. Its onset of action can vary based on dosage, individual metabolism, and overall health. Remember, every journey is unique, and it\u2019s essential to work with a healthcare professional to find what works best for you!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Olanzapine (brand names Zyprexa or Zyprexa Zydis) is a second-generation antipsychotic medication that&#8217;s FDA approved to treat mental health conditions like schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, including mixed or manic episodes. 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