Hydrocortisone and Zyprexa Relprevv

• Generic Name: hydrocortisone
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Cortef, Colocort, Cortenema, Cortifoam, Solu-Cortef

Hydrocortisone is a steroid medicine that is used in the treatment of many different conditions, including allergic disorders, skin conditions, ulcerative colitis, arthritis, lupus, multiple sclerosis, or lung disorders.

Hydrocortisone is also used to replace steroids in people with adrenal insufficiency (decreased production of natural steroids by the adrenal glands).

Hydrocortisone affects your immune system and is often used to treat certain blood cell disorders such as anemia (low red blood cells) or thrombocytopenia (low platelets).

Hydrocortisone is also used in the treatment of certain cancers such as leukemia, lymphoma, and multiple myeloma.

Hydrocortisone may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: olanzapine
• Dosage Forms: injection
• Other Brand Names: Zyprexa, Zyprexa Relprevv, Zyprexa Zydis, Zyprexa Intramuscular

Zyprexa Relprevv in a long-acting injection containing olanzapine, an antipsychotic medication that affects chemicals in the brain.

Zyprexa Relprevv is used to treat adults who are in an agitated state due to schizophrenia or bipolar disorder (manic depression). This medicine is not for daily use to treat any psychotic condition.

Zyprexa Relprevv is available only under a special program. You must be registered in the program and understand the risks and benefits of taking this medication.