Zyprexa (Olanzapine)

Yes, you can get a prescription for Zyprexa (or its generic form, olanzapine) online after a video consultation with a licensed psychiatry provider, if the provider decides that medication is an appropriate treatment for you. Simply sign up for Talkspace Psychiatry then you’ll be matched with a psychiatry provider licensed in your state. You’ll be able to schedule a video appointment with your provider usually within two weeks, often sooner. At your video appointment your psychiatry provider will ask questions about your symptoms and health history, and you can share your questions about medication and anything else. If your provider writes you a prescription for Zyprexa (olanzapine) they will send it to a local pharmacy of your choice and you will pick up and pay for the medication at the pharmacy. You will have follow-up appointments with your provider every three months for ongoing medication management, to make sure Zyprexa is working for you and address any mental health needs.

No. Zyprexa (olanzapine) is a prescription medication, so you cannot purchase it over-the-counter. You will need to have Zyprexa prescribed to you by a licensed provider who is able to prescribe medications, like a doctor or nurse practitioner. You can get a prescription for Zyprexa (or its generic, olanzapine) online through Talkspace after a video consultation with a licensed psychiatry provider, if the provider decides that Zyprexa is an appropriate treatment for you. 

Side effects of Zyprexa are often mild, but can include dizziness, restlessness, weakness, dry mouth, weight gain, depression, constipation, and more. Seek emergency medical attention if you experience serious adverse effects including seizures, vision changes, swelling, uncontrolled movements, irregular heartbeat, skin redness, hives, or difficulty breathing.

Yes, you can get a Zyprexa (olanzapine) prescription or refill from Talkspace, after a video consultation with one of our licensed psychiatry providers (assuming the provider determines that it is an appropriate treatment for you). Simply sign up for Talkspace Psychiatry then you’ll be matched with a psychiatry provider licensed in your state. At your video appointment your psychiatry provider will ask questions about your symptoms and health history. If you are already taking Zyprexa and simply want to continue with a renewal of your prescription or refill, your Talkspace provider can continue your prescription if they determine it is medically appropriate. You will have follow-up appointments with your provider every three months for ongoing medication management, to make sure [medication] is working for you and address any mental health needs.

Talkspace is in-network with most major health insurance plans, which means that when you have a video appointment with a Talkspace psychiatric provider to receive a Zyprexa (olanzapine) prescription or refill, Talkspace will bill your insurance plan directly for your online prescription appointment and you will only have to pay a copay (typically around $15, though many covered members pay $0). You will pay for the medication itself when you pick it up from a pharmacy of your choice, and you can have the pharmacy bill your insurance plan for the medication.

The price you pay for Zyprexa (olanzapine) will depend on whether or not you’re paying with insurance and what your insurance copay is. The prices of prescription medications sometimes vary a lot by pharmacy, so to get the best price for Zyprexa (olanzapine) you might want to look at websites like GoodRx and CostPlusDrugs. You should also contact your insurance company to find out the most affordable way to get your prescription for Zyprexa. Some insurance companies charge less when you fill your prescriptions through their mail-order pharmacies.

Zyprexa (olanzapine) is usually taken once a day in tablet form with direction from a prescriber. The form, dosage, and frequency will depend on your mental health condition and the treatment plan prescribed by your healthcare provider.

Zyprexa, also known by the generic name olanzapine, is a second generation antipsychotic (SGA) medication used to treat schizophrenia, depression, bipolar disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Zyprexa works by balancing levels of the neurotransmitters dopamine and serotonin in the brain, which helps regulate and improve mood.

Zyprexa doesn’t work immediately. It can take days to weeks for symptoms to begin improving. Once being taken regularly, though, effects can be seen within 6 hours of taking a dose. Zyprexa is long-lasting, and it should only be taken once per day.

Zyprexa, like some other antipsychotics, can be an effective mood stabilizer as it rebalances brain chemicals to improve mood, thinking, and behavior.

Zyprexa can be sometimes used off-label to treat anxiety, although it’s not approved to treat this condition. The medication works by affecting neurotransmitters like serotonin, noradrenaline, and dopamine, ultimately helping some people feel relaxed and calm over time. However, because it’s not yet an approved treatment, other medications for anxiety are generally attempted first.

Zyprexa is a second generation antipsychotic (SGA), also known as an atypical antipsychotic, that works in the brain to rebalance serotonin and dopamine levels. It can improve mood and thinking and decrease hallucinations in people with schizophrenia. Zyprexa is also used for maintenance treatment of bipolar I and to treat mixed or manic bipolar disorder episodes.

There are several different medications your psychiatrist may prescribe for depression, schizophrenia, and bipolar disorder..

Other medications for depression, schizophrenia, and bipolar disorder prescribed at Talkspace include:

• • Lexapro (Escitalopram)
  • Prozac (Fluoxetine)
  • Celexa (Citalopram)
  • Zoloft (Sertraline)
  • Trazodone (Desyrel)
  • Abilify (Aripiprazole)
  • Lithium

Zyprexa, also known by the generic name olanzapine, is a second generation antipsychotic (SGA) medication used to treat schizophrenia, depression, bipolar disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Zyprexa works by balancing levels of the neurotransmitters dopamine and serotonin in the brain, which helps regulate and improve mood.