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Does OLANZAPINE Cause Myoclonus? 174 Reports in FDA Database

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According to the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS), 174 reports of Myoclonus have been filed in association with OLANZAPINE (Olanzapine). This represents 0.3% of all adverse event reports for OLANZAPINE.

174
Reports of Myoclonus with OLANZAPINE
0.3%
of all OLANZAPINE reports
10
Deaths
116
Hospitalizations

How Dangerous Is Myoclonus From OLANZAPINE?

Of the 174 reports, 10 (5.7%) resulted in death, 116 (66.7%) required hospitalization, and 12 (6.9%) were considered life-threatening.

Is Myoclonus Listed in the Official Label?

Yes, Myoclonus is listed as a known adverse reaction in the official FDA drug label for OLANZAPINE.

What Other Side Effects Does OLANZAPINE Cause?

Drug ineffective (5,139) Weight increased (3,588) Off label use (3,256) Toxicity to various agents (3,175) Somnolence (2,612) Sedation (2,130) Suicide attempt (2,116) Confusional state (1,898) Condition aggravated (1,810) Overdose (1,765)

What Other Drugs Cause Myoclonus?

GABAPENTIN (809) QUETIAPINE (367) LEVETIRACETAM (358) PREGABALIN (347) SERTRALINE (319) LAMOTRIGINE (303) BUPROPION (290) VENLAFAXINE (290) CLOZAPINE (289) MORPHINE (256)

Which OLANZAPINE Alternatives Have Lower Myoclonus Risk?

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