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Elevated liver enzymes after olanzapine use: a case report

Int J Basic Clin Pharmacol. 2016;5(1):213-214.DOI10.18203/2319-2003.ijbcp20160130

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Abstract

Olanzapine is a second-generation antipsychotic used in bipolar mania and schizophrenia. We are reporting the case of a young female patient who developed elevated liver enzymes after olanzapine use. Patient's liver enzymes improved after the discontinuation of olanzapine making it a possible cause for reversible hepatotoxicity. We recommend physicians to check liver enzymes regularly if patient is on olanzapine.

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  1. Department of Psychiatry, Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center, Brooklyn, New York, USA

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