Drug interactions
Eucalyptus + Olanzapine
Severity: Minor
Eucalyptus and Olanzapine: minor interaction.
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Summary
Eucalyptus preparations taken orally may have mild CNS effects, which could add to olanzapine sedation. The interaction is largely theoretical.
What this interaction means in plain words
Eucalyptus and Olanzapine have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised.
Why it happens
Possible additive CNS depression; the mechanism is not well established.
What to do
No routine change is needed. Advise patients to report excess drowsiness when using oral eucalyptus products.
What to ask your pharmacist
- Is there anything I should notice while taking both?
- Do I need to tell my doctor at the next visit?
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Frequently asked questions
Can I take Eucalyptus with Olanzapine?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Eucalyptus and Olanzapine have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Eucalyptus preparations taken orally may have mild CNS effects, which could add to olanzapine sedation. The interaction is largely theoretical.
How serious is the interaction between Eucalyptus and Olanzapine?
MediHelp rates it minor, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: No routine change is needed. Advise patients to report excess drowsiness when using oral eucalyptus products.
What other medicines interact with Olanzapine?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Olanzapine with, for example, Amisulpride, Amoxapine, Apomorphine. The full list is on the Olanzapine page.
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