Psychiatry Investig.  2010 Jun;7(2):153-154.

Delirium Associated with Olanzapine Therapy in an Elderly Male with Bipolar Affective Disorder

• Sharma RC
• Aggarwal A

Abstract

Atypical antipsychotic medications are commonly used to treat symptoms of delirium. Olanzapine has been successfully used in the treatment of delirium. However, there have been few case reports of delirium associated with olanzapine. We hereby report a case of delirium associated with olanzapine therapy. Possible risk factors and underlying pathogenesis is discussed.

Keyword

Olanzapine; Antipsychotics; Delirium; Elderly patients

MeSH Terms

Aged
Antipsychotic Agents
Benzodiazepines
Delirium
Humans
Male
Mood Disorders
Risk Factors
Antipsychotic Agents
Benzodiazepines