Preferred Term:
olanzapine
Definition:
A benzodiazepine derivative that binds serotonin receptors; muscarinic receptors; histamine h1 receptors; adrenergic alpha-1 receptors; and dopamine receptors. It is an antipsychotic agent used in the treatment of schizophrenia; bipolar disorder; and major depressive disorder; it may also reduce nausea and vomiting in patients undergoing chemotherapy.
Concept Schemes:
NALT Full
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URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/340717
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