After 15 years of no medication, I have been on Zyprexa for 8 days. I feared the side effects, but to date the only side effect seems to be a dry mouth. As a result, I am drinking lots of water - which is also good for me! The following notes on the side effecs of Zyprexa was taken off their web site for information purposes.

Managing Side Effects

Like any medicine, ZYPREXA® may have some side effects. Medicines affect people in different ways. You may experience some of the side effects listed here.

The most common side effects of ZYPREXA are:

• Sleepiness
• Lack of energy
• Increased appetite
• Changes in behavior
• Dizziness
• Tremors (shakes)
• Dry mouth
• Restlessness
• Having hard or infrequent stools

This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you think you may be experiencing side effects, talk with your healthcare provider.

If you are experiencing the following - try the recommended solutions:

• Dry mouth Enjoy sugar-free mints or sugar-free hard candy. Let them melt in your mouth
• Drowsiness Take medication in the evening, after supper
• Feeling more hungry than usual or Gaining weight Drink plenty of water or other sugar-free drinks—6 to 8 glasses a day, Drink a glass of water before meals to help you feel fuller. When you want a snack, try eating a half-cup of fruit or raw vegetables or a rice cake. Chew sugar-free gum Instead of snacking, try taking a walk Get some extra exercise each day. Talk with your doctor before making any changes in your exercise routine
• Dizziness Stand up slowly if you have been sitting or lying down
• Constipation Eat foods that are high in fiber, such as bran cereals and raw vegetables. Drink plenty of water
• Upset stomach Try taking ZYPREXA with a meal