BACKGROUND Treatment-refractory schizophrenia(TRS),accounting for approximately 30%of all schizophrenia cases,has poor treatment response and prognosis despite treatment with antipsychotic drugs.AIM To analyze the the...BACKGROUND Treatment-refractory schizophrenia(TRS),accounting for approximately 30%of all schizophrenia cases,has poor treatment response and prognosis despite treatment with antipsychotic drugs.AIM To analyze the therapeutic effectiveness of repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation(rTMS)combined with olanzapine(OLZ)and amisulpride(AMI)for TRS and its influence on the patient’s cognitive function.METHODS This study enrolled 114 TRS patients who received treatment at the First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University between July 2019 and July 2022.In addition to the basic OLZ+AMI therapy,54 cases of the control group(Con group)received modified electroconvulsive therapy,while 60 cases of the research group(Res group)received rTMS.Data on therapeutic effectiveness,safety(incidence of drowsiness,headache,nausea,vomiting,or memory impairment),Positive and Negative Symptom Scale,Montreal Cognitive Assessment Scale,and Schizophrenia Quality of Life Scale were collected from both cohorts for comparative analyses.RESULTS The Res group elicited a higher overall response rate and better safety profile when compared with the Con group.Additionally,a significant reduction was observed in the post-treatment Positive and Negative Symptom Scale and Schizophrenia Quality of Life Scale scores of the Res group,presenting lower scores than those of the Con group.Furthermore,a significant increase in the Montreal Cognitive Assessment Scale score was reported in the Res group,with higher scores than those of the Con group.CONCLUSION The treatment of TRS with rTMS and OLZ+AMI is effective and safe.Moreover,it can alleviate the patients’mental symptoms,improve their cognitive function and quality of life,and has a high clinical application value.展开更多
Objective Numerous schizophrenic patients are suffering from obesity primarily attributed to antipsychotic medication and poor dietary habits.This study investigated the progressive deterioration of olanzapine-induced...Objective Numerous schizophrenic patients are suffering from obesity primarily attributed to antipsychotic medication and poor dietary habits.This study investigated the progressive deterioration of olanzapine-induced metabolic disorders in the presence of a high-fat diet(HFD)and explored the involvement of endoplasmic reticulum(ER)stress.Methods Female Sprague-Dawley rats fed on a standard chow diet or HFD were treated with olanzapine(3 mg/kg/day)and the ER stress inhibitor 4-phenylbutyric acid(4-PBA,1 and 0.5 g/kg/day)for 8 days.Changes in body weight,food intake,and plasma lipids were assessed.Hepatic fat accumulation was evaluated using oil red O staining.Western blotting and immunofluorescence assays were employed to examine the expression of ER stress markers,NOD-like receptor pyrin domain-containing protein 3(NLRP3),and proopiomelanocortin(POMC)in the hypothalamus or liver.Results Compared to olanzapine alone,olanzapine+HFD induced greater weight gain,increased hyperlipidemia,and enhanced hepatic fat accumulation(P<0.05).Co-treatment with 4-PBA exhibited a dose-dependent inhibition of these effects(P<0.05).Further mechanistic investigations revealed that olanzapine alone activated ER stress,upregulated NLRP3 expression in the hypothalamus and liver,and downregulated hypothalamic POMC expression.The HFD exacerbated these effects by 50%–100%.Moreover,co-administration of 4-PBA dose-dependently attenuated the olanzapine+HFD-induced alterations in ER stress,NLRP3,and POMC expression in the hypothalamus and liver(P<0.05).Conclusion HFD worsened olanzapine-induced weight gain and lipid metabolic disorders,possibly through ER stress-POMC and ER stress-NLRP3 signaling.ER stress inhibitors could be effective in preventing olanzapine+HFD-induced metabolic disorders.展开更多
Schizophrenia is a prevalent and disabling disorder, commonly treated with medications such as clozapine and olanzapine. However, long-term side effects and limitations of these drugs, coupled with treatment resistanc...Schizophrenia is a prevalent and disabling disorder, commonly treated with medications such as clozapine and olanzapine. However, long-term side effects and limitations of these drugs, coupled with treatment resistance in a significant proportion of patients, necessitate alternative strategies. Furthermore, individuals with schizophrenia are at an increased risk of developing kidney and liver diseases, which may be influenced by cardiovascular comorbidities and shared genetic markers. Considering the use of olanzapine in patients with severe liver or kidney diseases requires careful evaluation. Although these organs play crucial roles in olanzapine excretion and metabolism, current pharmacological research suggests that dosage adjustment may not be necessary even in the presence of severe organ disease. Olanzapine acts on D2 and 5HT2A receptors, alleviating both positive and negative symptoms of schizophrenia. However, the metabolism and clearance of olanzapine exhibit substantial inter-individual variability influenced by factors such as gender, age, ethnicity, smoking habits, and co-medication. Additionally, olanzapine may induce unwanted side effects, including prolactin release, metabolic dysregulation, and liver-related complications. The present study aims to investigate whether dosage adjustment of olanzapine is necessary for individuals with comorbid moderate liver and severe kidney disease. While the study remains ongoing, preliminary findings using a pharmacokinetic model predict that dosage adjustment may not be required in these patients. The expected olanzapine plasma concentration in individuals with both conditions is estimated to be 18.14ng/ml, which is considerably below the identified toxic dosage threshold of 100ng/ml. However, further investigations are warranted to validate the findings and establish definitive guidelines and personalize treatment strategies for individuals with both liver and kidney disease.展开更多
Background: Approximately 75% of all deaths in people with schizophrenia are caused by physical illness with cardiovascular disease [CVD] being the commonest cause of death. Factors predisposing people with schizophre...Background: Approximately 75% of all deaths in people with schizophrenia are caused by physical illness with cardiovascular disease [CVD] being the commonest cause of death. Factors predisposing people with schizophrenia to CVD include antipsychotic medication. Aim of Work: The aim of this study was to detect metabolic syndrome and its components in de novo paranoid schizophrenics on olanzapine therapy and the metabolic benefits of addition of aripeprazole, clinically and experimentally. Methodology: 1) Clinical study: 200 Outpatients suffered from de novo paranoid schizophrenia according to 10th International Classification of Psychiatric Disorders, Research Criteria [ICD10 RC] were included in the study. None of them had any component of metabolic syndrome. They were maintained on olanzapine [10 - 20 mg]. Patients were assessed clinically, psychometrically using Scale for the Assessment of Negative [SANS] and Positive [SAPS] Symptoms and metabolically at base line and after 6 months. Patients who had metabolic syndrome after 6 month of starting olanzapine therapy, were randomly divided into two groups according to added regime to maintained olanzapine: Group 1: olanzapine [10 mg/day] + placebo [empty hard gelatin capsule]. Group II: olanzapine [10 mg/day] + aripeprazole [10 mg/day]. 2) Experimental study: 40 male albino rats were randomly equally divided into 4 groups: Group 1 [control group]: received a standard diet, Group II [olanzapine treated]: received olanzapine at a dose of 0.5 mg/kg/day, Group III [aripiprazole treatd]: received aripiprazole at a dose of 2 mg/kg/day, Group IV [combined olanzapine and aripiprazole treated]: received olanzapine at a dose of 0.5 mg/kg/day combined with aripiprazole at a dose of 2 mg/kg/day orally. The duration of the study was 16 weeks. All treated rat groups were assessed for metabolic parameters, liver enzymes and histopathology. Results: Clinically, after the 6 months of olanzapine treatment [mean dose 12.75 mg], there was significant increase [p Conclusion and Recommendation: Olanzapine treatment was found to be associated with risk factors of metabolic syndrome clinically and experimentally and its hepatic manifestation of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease in wister rats. Improvements were observed clinically and experimentally in metabolic measures, liver enzymes and liver histopathology by addition of aripeprazole. Patients on olanzapine therapy must be followed regularly regarding metabolic parameters, hepatic, cardiac and cerebrovascular morbidity, with urgent interference with early manifestations. It is recommended to check liver enzymes regularly for those patients kept on atypical antipsychotic drug [olanzapine].展开更多
Objective:To investigate the effect of Melanocortin four receptor,MC4R rs489693 polymorphism on glucose and Lipid metabolism in schizophrenia patients treated with Olanzapine for 12 weeks.Methods:171 patients with sch...Objective:To investigate the effect of Melanocortin four receptor,MC4R rs489693 polymorphism on glucose and Lipid metabolism in schizophrenia patients treated with Olanzapine for 12 weeks.Methods:171 patients with schizophrenia were divided into AA Group(N=12),AC group(N=59)and CC Group(N=100)according to the polymorphism of MC4R gene at 489693 locus detected by DNA sequencing.Blood Glucose and lipid levels were measured before and 12 weeks after treatment,the differences of variables among the 3 groups were compared,and the incidence of glucose and lipid abnormalities after treatment was statistically analyzed.Results:After 12 weeks of treatment,the net increase of blood glucose in AA group was greater than that in CC group(P<0.05),and the net increase of cholesterol and triglyceride in AA group was greater than that in AC group and CC group(all P<0.05),and the incidence of Blood Glucose and at least one dyslipidemia in AA Group was higher than that in AC and CC group(all P<0.01).Conclusion:The rs489693 gene polymorphism of MC4R gene is related to the disorder of glucose and lipid metabolism in schizophrenia treated with olanzapine.展开更多
Objective Antipsychotics,in particular olanzapine,are first-line medications for schizophrenia.The prefrontal cortex(PFC)is an important region for antipsychotics’therapeutic effects.The PFC inflammatory and immune p...Objective Antipsychotics,in particular olanzapine,are first-line medications for schizophrenia.The prefrontal cortex(PFC)is an important region for antipsychotics’therapeutic effects.The PFC inflammatory and immune pathways are associated with schizophrenia pathogenesis.However,the effect of antipsychotics on the inflammatory and immune pathways in the PFC remains unclear.We aimed to examined the time-dependent effect of olanzapine on inflammatory and immune markers in the PFC of rats.Since the inflammatory and immune pathways are related to endoplasmic reticulum(ER)stress,we further investigated whether or not olanzapine-induced inflammation and immune responses were related to ER stress.Methods Expression of pro-inflammatory markers including IkappaB kinaseβ(IKKβ),nuclear factor kappa B(NFκB),tumor necrosis factorα(TNF-α),interleukin-6(IL-6)and IL-1β,and immune-related proteins including inducible nitric oxide synthase(iNOS),toll-like receptor 2(TLR2)and cluster of differentiation 14(CD14)were examined by Western blotting.Results Olanzapine treatments for 1,8 and 36 days significantly activated the inflammatory IKKβ/NFκB signaling,and increased the expression of TNF-α,IL-6,IL-1βand immune-related proteins such as iNOS,TLR4 and CD14.Olanzapine treatment for 1 day,8 and 36 days also induced ER stress in the PFC.Co-treatment with an ER stress inhibitor,4-phenylbutyrate,inhibited olanzapine-induced inflammation and the immune response in the PFC.Conclusion These results suggested olanzapine exposure could be a factor that induces central inflammation and immunological abnormities in schizophrenia subjects.Olanzapine induces PFC inflammation and immune response,possibly via activating ER stress signaling.展开更多
Background:Depression will become the second most common disease after coronary heart disease(CHD).Escitalopram and olanzapine are commonly used to treat depression.Some studies indicated that escitalopram combined wi...Background:Depression will become the second most common disease after coronary heart disease(CHD).Escitalopram and olanzapine are commonly used to treat depression.Some studies indicated that escitalopram combined with olanzapine is effective in treating depression,however,there is no evidence to support these results.Our objective was to study the efficacy of escitalopram combined with olanzapine on depression by conducting a systematic review and meta analysis,and to provide reference for doctors.Methods:Relevant evidence were searched from PubMed,SinoMed,the Cochrane Library,Web of Science,Embase,China Knowledge Resource Integrated(CNKI),Wanfang Data Knowledge Service Platform databases(WANFANG)and VIP dating from inception to July 2020.The randomized controlled trials(RCTs)of escitalopram and olanzapine for the treatment of depression was obtained.According to inclusion and exclusion criteria,two researches(Sun Wu and Wang Zhe)independently screened the literature,extracted data,and evaluated the quality of included studies.Rev Man 5.3 software was used to conduct statistical analyze.Results:A total of 39 studies involving 3,267 patients were identified.These studies were finally included into the meta-analysis.Pooled results showed that there was a significant difference in efficiency(RR=1.18,95%CI:1.14 to 1.12,P<0.00001),HAMD(MD=-4.54,95%CI:-5.09 to-3.99,P<0.00001),and HAMA(MD=-3.94,95%CI:-5.57 to-2.12,P<0.0001).There was no significant difference in adverse reactions(MD=0.07,95%CI-0.03 to 0.17,P=0.19).Heterogeneity test showed that due to the high heterogeneity of HAMD(P<0.00001,12=86%)and HAMA(P<0.00001,I2=91%),after removing the items with high heterogeneity,there were also statistically significant in HAMD(MD=-5.22,95%CI:-5.53 to-4.91,P<0.00001)and HAMA(MD=-5.46,95%CI:-6.15 to-4.77,P<0.00001).Conclusion:Based on this study,the combination of escitalopram and olanzapine was more effective in treating depression than the control group.It is suggested that clinical and scientific researchers carry out more high-quality,large-sample,multi-center RCTs to provide more evidence-based medical evidence for the future study of escitalopram combined with olanzapine in the treatment of depression.展开更多
Objective:To observe the effect of aripiprazole and olanzapine on the cognitive function in patients with schizophrenia in order to provide a reference evidence for the clinical medication.Methods:A total of 60 patien...Objective:To observe the effect of aripiprazole and olanzapine on the cognitive function in patients with schizophrenia in order to provide a reference evidence for the clinical medication.Methods:A total of 60 patients with schizophrenia who were admitted in our hospital were included in the study and randomized into the treatment 1 group and treatment 2 group.The patients in the two groups were given aripiprazole and olanzapine,respectively.PANSS,WCST,DS,IGT,and EIRT were used to evaluate the disease condition and cognitive function before and after treatment in the two groups.Results:Comparision of PANSS scores and other various scores before treatment between the two groups was not significantly different(P>0.05);however,PANSS scores and other various scores after treatment were significantly reduced(P<0.05).Comparision of PANSS scores and other various scores after treatment between the two groups was not significantly different(P>0.05).DS,WCST,and IGT scores before treatment between the two groups was comparable(P>0.05),and those scores after treatment were significantly elevated(P<0.05).DS score after treatment in the treatment 2 group was significantly higher than that in the treatment 1 group(P<0.05).Comparison of WCST and IGT scores after treatment between the two groups was not significantly different(P>0.05).The four cognition scores of happiness,fear,anger,and disgust after treatment in the treatment 1 group were significantly elevated(P<0.05),while the cognition of happiness and sadness after treatment in the treatment 2 group was significantly elevated when compared with before treatment(P<0.05).The comparison of various scores before and after treatment between the two groups was not significantly different(P>0.05).Conclusions:Aripiprazole and olanzapine can improve the clinical symptoms and partial cognitive function in patients with schizophrenia,while aripiprazole can make a better effect on the work and memory.展开更多
This is a 12th case report on olanzapine induced hypothermia and based on the results of literature search, by far is the youngest case ever is reported. The hypothermia occurred during the refeeding phase, despite a ...This is a 12th case report on olanzapine induced hypothermia and based on the results of literature search, by far is the youngest case ever is reported. The hypothermia occurred during the refeeding phase, despite a weight gain since increasing the dosage from 5 mg to 7.5 mg olanzapine. Our recent literature search found 11 published cases of olanzapine treatment associated with hypothermia. Olanzapine acts on serotonin or dopamin receptors and has antagonistic properties on histaminergic, muscarinic and α-adrenergic receptors. Olanzapine mediates the hypothermic effect through antagonism at receptors other than dopamine.展开更多
The aim of this case study is to review the literature and report the first published case of olanzapine-induced acute pancreatitis in New Zealand. A case report of acute pancreatitis with new onset diabetes mellitus ...The aim of this case study is to review the literature and report the first published case of olanzapine-induced acute pancreatitis in New Zealand. A case report of acute pancreatitis with new onset diabetes mellitus secondary to olanzapine in a 42-year-old male, in the absence of medical risk factors is reported. Eleven previous case reports of olanzapine induced acute-pancreatitis were identified in the literature. A 42-year-old male was diagnosed with acute pancreatitis and new diabetes mellitus induced by olanzapine. Although rare, pancreatitis is associated with use of some atypical antipsychotic medications. It is important for prescribers to be aware of this potentially fatal side effect. In addition to this, we are highlighting the well documented evidence of metabolic disruption associated with olanzapine.展开更多
Objective: Baseline characteristics of acute schizophrenia patients were analyzed to identify differences in the baseline characteristics of patients treated with olanzapine monotherapy compared with those treated wit...Objective: Baseline characteristics of acute schizophrenia patients were analyzed to identify differences in the baseline characteristics of patients treated with olanzapine monotherapy compared with those treated with other antipsychotic monotherapies. Methods: This prospective, naturalistic observational study was designed to evaluate discontinuation rates of olanzapine and non-olanzapine antipsychotic monotherapy in Japanese adult patients with acute schizophrenia. Results: A total of 1089 patients were assessed: 578 patients were treated with olanzapine, 487 with non-olanzapine atypical antipsychotics, and 24 with typical antipsychotics. The mean Clinical Global Impression-Severity (CGI-S) Schizophrenia, Brief Psychiatric Rating Scale (BPRS) total, and BPRS positive scores were higher in patients treated with olanzapine compared with most of the non-olanzapine treated patients. The majority of patients with a CGI-S Schizophrenia score of 7 (29/41 patients) as well as patients with a BPRS total score of 90 or higher (14/18 patients) were treated with olanzapine. On the other hand, physicians tended to prescribe antipsychotics other than olanzapine for patients with heavier body weight or diabetes mellitus. Conclusion: The present study demonstrated that olanzapine was more likely to be prescribed to patients with more severe schizophrenia symptoms. However, further studies are warranted to reach a definite conclusion.展开更多
Treatment-resistant schizophrenia has an extremely negative impact on mental health and social life. If clozapine, the gold standard treatment, fails, there are very few options left. The literature suggests that high...Treatment-resistant schizophrenia has an extremely negative impact on mental health and social life. If clozapine, the gold standard treatment, fails, there are very few options left. The literature suggests that high-dose olanzapine (20 - 60 mg/day) is a possible alternative. We report two cases in which very high doses of olanzapine were administered, with significant clinical improvements above 60 mg/day. Clinical, metabolic and cardiac tolerance was good. This report highlights the usefulness of very-high-dose olanzapine in treatment-resistant schizophrenia. The main hypotheses concerning the psychopharmacological mechanisms of very-high-dose olanzapine are discussed.展开更多
Objective The aim of the study was to investigate the efficacy and adverse effects of olanzapine in the treatment of moderate to severe refractory neuropathic pain.Methods Forty patients with digestive system cancer w...Objective The aim of the study was to investigate the efficacy and adverse effects of olanzapine in the treatment of moderate to severe refractory neuropathic pain.Methods Forty patients with digestive system cancer were enrolled,who had moderate to severe refractory neuropathic pain;the patients were treated with olanzapine for 2 weeks at a daily dosage of 5 mg to 10 mg per night according to patients’response and tolerability,combined with conventional analgesic therapy.Pain intensity was evaluated by using a Numeral Rating Scale(NRS)at baseline,3 days,and 2 weeks after therapy.The Pittsburg Sleep Quality Index(PSQI)was evaluated at baseline and 2 weeks after therapy.Data on adverse events were recorded.The dosage of conventional analgesics was adjusted over time based on the severity of pain.Results The mean pain score decreased by 2.575±1.318(P<0.000)at 3 days and by 3.400±1.614(P<0.000)at 2 weeks;30%of the patients experienced significant pain relief at 3 days and 50%at 2 weeks.The PSQI decreased by 4.725±2.828(P<0.000)at 2 weeks.The adverse events induced by olanzapine included sleepiness,weight gain,dizziness,fatigue,dry mouth,and constipation;all the side effects were mild.Conclusion When combined with conventional analgesic therapy,olanzapine was effective in relieving pain and sleep disturbance,and was well-tolerated among patients with refractory neuropathic pain.展开更多
Objective: To investigate the dissolution behavior similarity between Self-made praeparatum and reference praeparatum in different pH menstruum,using the Olanzapine Orally Disintegrating Tablets listed in abroad as th...Objective: To investigate the dissolution behavior similarity between Self-made praeparatum and reference praeparatum in different pH menstruum,using the Olanzapine Orally Disintegrating Tablets listed in abroad as the reference praeparatum. Methods: The dissolution curve of olanzapine in Self-made praeparatum and reference praeparatum was measured,the similarity of the dissolution curve was evalued by F2 similar factor. Results: The single-point dissolution of both Self-made praeparatum and reference praeparatum within 15 min was more than 85%. Conclusion: Self-made praeparatum and reference praeparatum were similar in dissolution behavior.展开更多
This paper describes a selective and sensitive assay for the determination of olanzapine(OLZ)in human plasma based on liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry(LC-MS/MS).The analyte and quetiapine as internal sta...This paper describes a selective and sensitive assay for the determination of olanzapine(OLZ)in human plasma based on liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry(LC-MS/MS).The analyte and quetiapine as internal standard(IS)were extracted from 200μL plasma via solid phase extraction on Waters Oasis HLB cartridges.Chromatographic separation was achieved on an ACE 5C18-300 column(100 mm × 4.6 mm,5μm)under isocratic conditions in a run time of 3.5 min.Mass spectrometric detection involved electrospray ionization in the positive ion mode followed by multiple reaction monitoring(MRM)of the transitions at m/z 313/256 for OLZ and m/z 384/253 for the IS.The assay was linear in the range 0.10-40.0 ng/mL with a lower limit of quantitation and limit of detection of 0.10 and 0.012 ng/mL,respectively.Intra-and inter-day precision(as coefficient of variation)and relative recovery were<5.0% and>90%,respectively.The method was succesfully applied to a bioequivalence study of 5 and 10 mg OLZ disintegrating tablets in 40 healthy Indian males with reproducibility by incurred sample reanalysis in the range-7.43 to 8.07%.展开更多
Cognitive impairment is a core feature of schizophrenia. The present randomized open study enrolled antipsychotic-naTve patients who were experiencing their first episode of schizophrenia. After baseline neurocognitiv...Cognitive impairment is a core feature of schizophrenia. The present randomized open study enrolled antipsychotic-naTve patients who were experiencing their first episode of schizophrenia. After baseline neurocognitive tests and clinical assessment, subjects were randomly assigned to olanzapine, risperidone and aripiprazole treatment groups. A battery of neurocognitive tests showed that risperidone produced cognitive benefits in all five cognitive domains, including verbal learning and memory, visual learning and memory, working memory, processing speed, and selective attention; olanzapine improved processing speed and selective attention; and aripiprazole improved visual learning and memory, and working memory. However, the three atypical antipsychotic drugs failed to reveal any significant differences in the composite cognitive scores at the study endpoint. In addition, the three drugs all significantly improved clinical measures without significant differences between the drugs after 6 months. These results suggest that the atypical antipsychotics, olanzapine, risperidone and aripiprazole may improve specific cognitive domains with similar global clinical efficacy. In clinical practice, it may be feasible to choose corresponding atypical antipsychotics according to impaired cognitive domains.展开更多
Objective:Chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting(CINV)are common with doxorubicin-cyclophosphamide(AC)chemotherapy.Recommended antiemetic regimens incorporate neurokinin-1 receptor antagonist(NK1 RA),5-hydroxytrypta...Objective:Chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting(CINV)are common with doxorubicin-cyclophosphamide(AC)chemotherapy.Recommended antiemetic regimens incorporate neurokinin-1 receptor antagonist(NK1 RA),5-hydroxytryptamine type-3 receptor antagonist(5 HT3 RA),corticosteroid,and dopamine antagonists.This post-hoc analysis compared results of 3 prospective antiemetic studies conducted among Chinese breast cancer patients who received(neo)adjuvant AC,in order to identify optimal antiemetic prophylaxis.Methods:A total of 304 patients were included:Group 1,ondansetron/dexamethasone(D1);Group 2,aprepitant/ondansetron/dexamethasone(D1);Group 3,aprepitant/ondansetron/dexamethasone(D1–3);Group 4,aprepitant/ondansetron/dexamethasone(D1–3)/olanzapine;and Group 5,netupitant/palonosetron/dexamethasone(D1–3).Antiemetic efficacies of Groups 3,4,and 5 during cycle 1 of AC were individually compared with Group 1.In addition,emesis outcomes of patients in Groups 3 and 5,and those of Groups 2 and 3,were compared.Results:When comparing efficacies of a historical doublet(5 HT3 RA/dexamethasone)with triplet antiemetic regimens(NK1 RA/5 HT3 RA/dexamethasone)with/without olanzapine,complete response(CR)percentages and quality of life(QOL)in overall phase of cycle 1 AC were compared between Group 1 and the other groups:Group 1 vs.3,41.9%vs.38.3%(P=0.6849);Group 1 vs.4,41.9%vs.65.0%(P=0.0107);and Group 1 vs.5,41.9%vs.60.0%(P=0.0460).Groups 4 and 5 achieved a better QOL.When comparing netupitant-based(Group 3)with aprepitant-based(Group 5)triplet antiemetics,CR percentages were 38.3%vs.60.0%,respectively(P=0.0176);Group 5 achieved a better QOL.When comparing 1 day(Group 2)vs.3 day(Group 3)dexamethasone,CR percentages were 46.8%and 38.3%,respectively(P=0.3459);Group 3 had a worse QOL.Conclusions:Aprepitant-containing triplets were non-superior to doublet antiemetics.Netupitant-containing triplets and adding olanzapine to aprepitant-containing triplets were superior to doublets.Netupitant/palonosetron/dexamethasone was superior to aprepitant/ondansetron/dexamethasone.Protracted administration of dexamethasone provided limited additional benefit.展开更多
文摘BACKGROUND Treatment-refractory schizophrenia(TRS),accounting for approximately 30%of all schizophrenia cases,has poor treatment response and prognosis despite treatment with antipsychotic drugs.AIM To analyze the therapeutic effectiveness of repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation(rTMS)combined with olanzapine(OLZ)and amisulpride(AMI)for TRS and its influence on the patient’s cognitive function.METHODS This study enrolled 114 TRS patients who received treatment at the First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University between July 2019 and July 2022.In addition to the basic OLZ+AMI therapy,54 cases of the control group(Con group)received modified electroconvulsive therapy,while 60 cases of the research group(Res group)received rTMS.Data on therapeutic effectiveness,safety(incidence of drowsiness,headache,nausea,vomiting,or memory impairment),Positive and Negative Symptom Scale,Montreal Cognitive Assessment Scale,and Schizophrenia Quality of Life Scale were collected from both cohorts for comparative analyses.RESULTS The Res group elicited a higher overall response rate and better safety profile when compared with the Con group.Additionally,a significant reduction was observed in the post-treatment Positive and Negative Symptom Scale and Schizophrenia Quality of Life Scale scores of the Res group,presenting lower scores than those of the Con group.Furthermore,a significant increase in the Montreal Cognitive Assessment Scale score was reported in the Res group,with higher scores than those of the Con group.CONCLUSION The treatment of TRS with rTMS and OLZ+AMI is effective and safe.Moreover,it can alleviate the patients’mental symptoms,improve their cognitive function and quality of life,and has a high clinical application value.
基金the Natural Science Foundation of Hubei Province(No.2021CFB301 and No.2021CFB299)the State Key Laboratory of Advanced Technology for Materials Synthesis and Processing(WUT)(No.2022-KF-27).
文摘Objective Numerous schizophrenic patients are suffering from obesity primarily attributed to antipsychotic medication and poor dietary habits.This study investigated the progressive deterioration of olanzapine-induced metabolic disorders in the presence of a high-fat diet(HFD)and explored the involvement of endoplasmic reticulum(ER)stress.Methods Female Sprague-Dawley rats fed on a standard chow diet or HFD were treated with olanzapine(3 mg/kg/day)and the ER stress inhibitor 4-phenylbutyric acid(4-PBA,1 and 0.5 g/kg/day)for 8 days.Changes in body weight,food intake,and plasma lipids were assessed.Hepatic fat accumulation was evaluated using oil red O staining.Western blotting and immunofluorescence assays were employed to examine the expression of ER stress markers,NOD-like receptor pyrin domain-containing protein 3(NLRP3),and proopiomelanocortin(POMC)in the hypothalamus or liver.Results Compared to olanzapine alone,olanzapine+HFD induced greater weight gain,increased hyperlipidemia,and enhanced hepatic fat accumulation(P<0.05).Co-treatment with 4-PBA exhibited a dose-dependent inhibition of these effects(P<0.05).Further mechanistic investigations revealed that olanzapine alone activated ER stress,upregulated NLRP3 expression in the hypothalamus and liver,and downregulated hypothalamic POMC expression.The HFD exacerbated these effects by 50%–100%.Moreover,co-administration of 4-PBA dose-dependently attenuated the olanzapine+HFD-induced alterations in ER stress,NLRP3,and POMC expression in the hypothalamus and liver(P<0.05).Conclusion HFD worsened olanzapine-induced weight gain and lipid metabolic disorders,possibly through ER stress-POMC and ER stress-NLRP3 signaling.ER stress inhibitors could be effective in preventing olanzapine+HFD-induced metabolic disorders.
文摘Schizophrenia is a prevalent and disabling disorder, commonly treated with medications such as clozapine and olanzapine. However, long-term side effects and limitations of these drugs, coupled with treatment resistance in a significant proportion of patients, necessitate alternative strategies. Furthermore, individuals with schizophrenia are at an increased risk of developing kidney and liver diseases, which may be influenced by cardiovascular comorbidities and shared genetic markers. Considering the use of olanzapine in patients with severe liver or kidney diseases requires careful evaluation. Although these organs play crucial roles in olanzapine excretion and metabolism, current pharmacological research suggests that dosage adjustment may not be necessary even in the presence of severe organ disease. Olanzapine acts on D2 and 5HT2A receptors, alleviating both positive and negative symptoms of schizophrenia. However, the metabolism and clearance of olanzapine exhibit substantial inter-individual variability influenced by factors such as gender, age, ethnicity, smoking habits, and co-medication. Additionally, olanzapine may induce unwanted side effects, including prolactin release, metabolic dysregulation, and liver-related complications. The present study aims to investigate whether dosage adjustment of olanzapine is necessary for individuals with comorbid moderate liver and severe kidney disease. While the study remains ongoing, preliminary findings using a pharmacokinetic model predict that dosage adjustment may not be required in these patients. The expected olanzapine plasma concentration in individuals with both conditions is estimated to be 18.14ng/ml, which is considerably below the identified toxic dosage threshold of 100ng/ml. However, further investigations are warranted to validate the findings and establish definitive guidelines and personalize treatment strategies for individuals with both liver and kidney disease.
文摘Background: Approximately 75% of all deaths in people with schizophrenia are caused by physical illness with cardiovascular disease [CVD] being the commonest cause of death. Factors predisposing people with schizophrenia to CVD include antipsychotic medication. Aim of Work: The aim of this study was to detect metabolic syndrome and its components in de novo paranoid schizophrenics on olanzapine therapy and the metabolic benefits of addition of aripeprazole, clinically and experimentally. Methodology: 1) Clinical study: 200 Outpatients suffered from de novo paranoid schizophrenia according to 10th International Classification of Psychiatric Disorders, Research Criteria [ICD10 RC] were included in the study. None of them had any component of metabolic syndrome. They were maintained on olanzapine [10 - 20 mg]. Patients were assessed clinically, psychometrically using Scale for the Assessment of Negative [SANS] and Positive [SAPS] Symptoms and metabolically at base line and after 6 months. Patients who had metabolic syndrome after 6 month of starting olanzapine therapy, were randomly divided into two groups according to added regime to maintained olanzapine: Group 1: olanzapine [10 mg/day] + placebo [empty hard gelatin capsule]. Group II: olanzapine [10 mg/day] + aripeprazole [10 mg/day]. 2) Experimental study: 40 male albino rats were randomly equally divided into 4 groups: Group 1 [control group]: received a standard diet, Group II [olanzapine treated]: received olanzapine at a dose of 0.5 mg/kg/day, Group III [aripiprazole treatd]: received aripiprazole at a dose of 2 mg/kg/day, Group IV [combined olanzapine and aripiprazole treated]: received olanzapine at a dose of 0.5 mg/kg/day combined with aripiprazole at a dose of 2 mg/kg/day orally. The duration of the study was 16 weeks. All treated rat groups were assessed for metabolic parameters, liver enzymes and histopathology. Results: Clinically, after the 6 months of olanzapine treatment [mean dose 12.75 mg], there was significant increase [p Conclusion and Recommendation: Olanzapine treatment was found to be associated with risk factors of metabolic syndrome clinically and experimentally and its hepatic manifestation of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease in wister rats. Improvements were observed clinically and experimentally in metabolic measures, liver enzymes and liver histopathology by addition of aripeprazole. Patients on olanzapine therapy must be followed regularly regarding metabolic parameters, hepatic, cardiac and cerebrovascular morbidity, with urgent interference with early manifestations. It is recommended to check liver enzymes regularly for those patients kept on atypical antipsychotic drug [olanzapine].
文摘Objective:To investigate the effect of Melanocortin four receptor,MC4R rs489693 polymorphism on glucose and Lipid metabolism in schizophrenia patients treated with Olanzapine for 12 weeks.Methods:171 patients with schizophrenia were divided into AA Group(N=12),AC group(N=59)and CC Group(N=100)according to the polymorphism of MC4R gene at 489693 locus detected by DNA sequencing.Blood Glucose and lipid levels were measured before and 12 weeks after treatment,the differences of variables among the 3 groups were compared,and the incidence of glucose and lipid abnormalities after treatment was statistically analyzed.Results:After 12 weeks of treatment,the net increase of blood glucose in AA group was greater than that in CC group(P<0.05),and the net increase of cholesterol and triglyceride in AA group was greater than that in AC group and CC group(all P<0.05),and the incidence of Blood Glucose and at least one dyslipidemia in AA Group was higher than that in AC and CC group(all P<0.01).Conclusion:The rs489693 gene polymorphism of MC4R gene is related to the disorder of glucose and lipid metabolism in schizophrenia treated with olanzapine.
基金supported by grants from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.81803515)and Natural Science Foundation of Hubei Province(No.2018CFB342).
文摘Objective Antipsychotics,in particular olanzapine,are first-line medications for schizophrenia.The prefrontal cortex(PFC)is an important region for antipsychotics’therapeutic effects.The PFC inflammatory and immune pathways are associated with schizophrenia pathogenesis.However,the effect of antipsychotics on the inflammatory and immune pathways in the PFC remains unclear.We aimed to examined the time-dependent effect of olanzapine on inflammatory and immune markers in the PFC of rats.Since the inflammatory and immune pathways are related to endoplasmic reticulum(ER)stress,we further investigated whether or not olanzapine-induced inflammation and immune responses were related to ER stress.Methods Expression of pro-inflammatory markers including IkappaB kinaseβ(IKKβ),nuclear factor kappa B(NFκB),tumor necrosis factorα(TNF-α),interleukin-6(IL-6)and IL-1β,and immune-related proteins including inducible nitric oxide synthase(iNOS),toll-like receptor 2(TLR2)and cluster of differentiation 14(CD14)were examined by Western blotting.Results Olanzapine treatments for 1,8 and 36 days significantly activated the inflammatory IKKβ/NFκB signaling,and increased the expression of TNF-α,IL-6,IL-1βand immune-related proteins such as iNOS,TLR4 and CD14.Olanzapine treatment for 1 day,8 and 36 days also induced ER stress in the PFC.Co-treatment with an ER stress inhibitor,4-phenylbutyrate,inhibited olanzapine-induced inflammation and the immune response in the PFC.Conclusion These results suggested olanzapine exposure could be a factor that induces central inflammation and immunological abnormities in schizophrenia subjects.Olanzapine induces PFC inflammation and immune response,possibly via activating ER stress signaling.
文摘Background:Depression will become the second most common disease after coronary heart disease(CHD).Escitalopram and olanzapine are commonly used to treat depression.Some studies indicated that escitalopram combined with olanzapine is effective in treating depression,however,there is no evidence to support these results.Our objective was to study the efficacy of escitalopram combined with olanzapine on depression by conducting a systematic review and meta analysis,and to provide reference for doctors.Methods:Relevant evidence were searched from PubMed,SinoMed,the Cochrane Library,Web of Science,Embase,China Knowledge Resource Integrated(CNKI),Wanfang Data Knowledge Service Platform databases(WANFANG)and VIP dating from inception to July 2020.The randomized controlled trials(RCTs)of escitalopram and olanzapine for the treatment of depression was obtained.According to inclusion and exclusion criteria,two researches(Sun Wu and Wang Zhe)independently screened the literature,extracted data,and evaluated the quality of included studies.Rev Man 5.3 software was used to conduct statistical analyze.Results:A total of 39 studies involving 3,267 patients were identified.These studies were finally included into the meta-analysis.Pooled results showed that there was a significant difference in efficiency(RR=1.18,95%CI:1.14 to 1.12,P<0.00001),HAMD(MD=-4.54,95%CI:-5.09 to-3.99,P<0.00001),and HAMA(MD=-3.94,95%CI:-5.57 to-2.12,P<0.0001).There was no significant difference in adverse reactions(MD=0.07,95%CI-0.03 to 0.17,P=0.19).Heterogeneity test showed that due to the high heterogeneity of HAMD(P<0.00001,12=86%)and HAMA(P<0.00001,I2=91%),after removing the items with high heterogeneity,there were also statistically significant in HAMD(MD=-5.22,95%CI:-5.53 to-4.91,P<0.00001)and HAMA(MD=-5.46,95%CI:-6.15 to-4.77,P<0.00001).Conclusion:Based on this study,the combination of escitalopram and olanzapine was more effective in treating depression than the control group.It is suggested that clinical and scientific researchers carry out more high-quality,large-sample,multi-center RCTs to provide more evidence-based medical evidence for the future study of escitalopram combined with olanzapine in the treatment of depression.
基金Science and technology research and development program of Hebei province(No.1221068D).
文摘Objective:To observe the effect of aripiprazole and olanzapine on the cognitive function in patients with schizophrenia in order to provide a reference evidence for the clinical medication.Methods:A total of 60 patients with schizophrenia who were admitted in our hospital were included in the study and randomized into the treatment 1 group and treatment 2 group.The patients in the two groups were given aripiprazole and olanzapine,respectively.PANSS,WCST,DS,IGT,and EIRT were used to evaluate the disease condition and cognitive function before and after treatment in the two groups.Results:Comparision of PANSS scores and other various scores before treatment between the two groups was not significantly different(P>0.05);however,PANSS scores and other various scores after treatment were significantly reduced(P<0.05).Comparision of PANSS scores and other various scores after treatment between the two groups was not significantly different(P>0.05).DS,WCST,and IGT scores before treatment between the two groups was comparable(P>0.05),and those scores after treatment were significantly elevated(P<0.05).DS score after treatment in the treatment 2 group was significantly higher than that in the treatment 1 group(P<0.05).Comparison of WCST and IGT scores after treatment between the two groups was not significantly different(P>0.05).The four cognition scores of happiness,fear,anger,and disgust after treatment in the treatment 1 group were significantly elevated(P<0.05),while the cognition of happiness and sadness after treatment in the treatment 2 group was significantly elevated when compared with before treatment(P<0.05).The comparison of various scores before and after treatment between the two groups was not significantly different(P>0.05).Conclusions:Aripiprazole and olanzapine can improve the clinical symptoms and partial cognitive function in patients with schizophrenia,while aripiprazole can make a better effect on the work and memory.
文摘This is a 12th case report on olanzapine induced hypothermia and based on the results of literature search, by far is the youngest case ever is reported. The hypothermia occurred during the refeeding phase, despite a weight gain since increasing the dosage from 5 mg to 7.5 mg olanzapine. Our recent literature search found 11 published cases of olanzapine treatment associated with hypothermia. Olanzapine acts on serotonin or dopamin receptors and has antagonistic properties on histaminergic, muscarinic and α-adrenergic receptors. Olanzapine mediates the hypothermic effect through antagonism at receptors other than dopamine.
文摘The aim of this case study is to review the literature and report the first published case of olanzapine-induced acute pancreatitis in New Zealand. A case report of acute pancreatitis with new onset diabetes mellitus secondary to olanzapine in a 42-year-old male, in the absence of medical risk factors is reported. Eleven previous case reports of olanzapine induced acute-pancreatitis were identified in the literature. A 42-year-old male was diagnosed with acute pancreatitis and new diabetes mellitus induced by olanzapine. Although rare, pancreatitis is associated with use of some atypical antipsychotic medications. It is important for prescribers to be aware of this potentially fatal side effect. In addition to this, we are highlighting the well documented evidence of metabolic disruption associated with olanzapine.
文摘Objective: Baseline characteristics of acute schizophrenia patients were analyzed to identify differences in the baseline characteristics of patients treated with olanzapine monotherapy compared with those treated with other antipsychotic monotherapies. Methods: This prospective, naturalistic observational study was designed to evaluate discontinuation rates of olanzapine and non-olanzapine antipsychotic monotherapy in Japanese adult patients with acute schizophrenia. Results: A total of 1089 patients were assessed: 578 patients were treated with olanzapine, 487 with non-olanzapine atypical antipsychotics, and 24 with typical antipsychotics. The mean Clinical Global Impression-Severity (CGI-S) Schizophrenia, Brief Psychiatric Rating Scale (BPRS) total, and BPRS positive scores were higher in patients treated with olanzapine compared with most of the non-olanzapine treated patients. The majority of patients with a CGI-S Schizophrenia score of 7 (29/41 patients) as well as patients with a BPRS total score of 90 or higher (14/18 patients) were treated with olanzapine. On the other hand, physicians tended to prescribe antipsychotics other than olanzapine for patients with heavier body weight or diabetes mellitus. Conclusion: The present study demonstrated that olanzapine was more likely to be prescribed to patients with more severe schizophrenia symptoms. However, further studies are warranted to reach a definite conclusion.
文摘Treatment-resistant schizophrenia has an extremely negative impact on mental health and social life. If clozapine, the gold standard treatment, fails, there are very few options left. The literature suggests that high-dose olanzapine (20 - 60 mg/day) is a possible alternative. We report two cases in which very high doses of olanzapine were administered, with significant clinical improvements above 60 mg/day. Clinical, metabolic and cardiac tolerance was good. This report highlights the usefulness of very-high-dose olanzapine in treatment-resistant schizophrenia. The main hypotheses concerning the psychopharmacological mechanisms of very-high-dose olanzapine are discussed.
基金grants from double top independent innovation physician funded projects of Huazhong University of Science and Technology(No.3011540024,5001540074,5001540095)Wuhan young and middle-age medical backbone training project(No.2016whzqnyxggrcl).
文摘Objective The aim of the study was to investigate the efficacy and adverse effects of olanzapine in the treatment of moderate to severe refractory neuropathic pain.Methods Forty patients with digestive system cancer were enrolled,who had moderate to severe refractory neuropathic pain;the patients were treated with olanzapine for 2 weeks at a daily dosage of 5 mg to 10 mg per night according to patients’response and tolerability,combined with conventional analgesic therapy.Pain intensity was evaluated by using a Numeral Rating Scale(NRS)at baseline,3 days,and 2 weeks after therapy.The Pittsburg Sleep Quality Index(PSQI)was evaluated at baseline and 2 weeks after therapy.Data on adverse events were recorded.The dosage of conventional analgesics was adjusted over time based on the severity of pain.Results The mean pain score decreased by 2.575±1.318(P<0.000)at 3 days and by 3.400±1.614(P<0.000)at 2 weeks;30%of the patients experienced significant pain relief at 3 days and 50%at 2 weeks.The PSQI decreased by 4.725±2.828(P<0.000)at 2 weeks.The adverse events induced by olanzapine included sleepiness,weight gain,dizziness,fatigue,dry mouth,and constipation;all the side effects were mild.Conclusion When combined with conventional analgesic therapy,olanzapine was effective in relieving pain and sleep disturbance,and was well-tolerated among patients with refractory neuropathic pain.
文摘Objective: To investigate the dissolution behavior similarity between Self-made praeparatum and reference praeparatum in different pH menstruum,using the Olanzapine Orally Disintegrating Tablets listed in abroad as the reference praeparatum. Methods: The dissolution curve of olanzapine in Self-made praeparatum and reference praeparatum was measured,the similarity of the dissolution curve was evalued by F2 similar factor. Results: The single-point dissolution of both Self-made praeparatum and reference praeparatum within 15 min was more than 85%. Conclusion: Self-made praeparatum and reference praeparatum were similar in dissolution behavior.
文摘This paper describes a selective and sensitive assay for the determination of olanzapine(OLZ)in human plasma based on liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry(LC-MS/MS).The analyte and quetiapine as internal standard(IS)were extracted from 200μL plasma via solid phase extraction on Waters Oasis HLB cartridges.Chromatographic separation was achieved on an ACE 5C18-300 column(100 mm × 4.6 mm,5μm)under isocratic conditions in a run time of 3.5 min.Mass spectrometric detection involved electrospray ionization in the positive ion mode followed by multiple reaction monitoring(MRM)of the transitions at m/z 313/256 for OLZ and m/z 384/253 for the IS.The assay was linear in the range 0.10-40.0 ng/mL with a lower limit of quantitation and limit of detection of 0.10 and 0.012 ng/mL,respectively.Intra-and inter-day precision(as coefficient of variation)and relative recovery were<5.0% and>90%,respectively.The method was succesfully applied to a bioequivalence study of 5 and 10 mg OLZ disintegrating tablets in 40 healthy Indian males with reproducibility by incurred sample reanalysis in the range-7.43 to 8.07%.
基金sponsored by the National Key Project of Scientific and Technical Supporting Programs Funded by the Ministry of Science & Technology of China,No.2007BAI17B04the National Natural Science Foundation of China,No.30900485the National R&D Special Fund for Health Professions,No.201002003
文摘Cognitive impairment is a core feature of schizophrenia. The present randomized open study enrolled antipsychotic-naTve patients who were experiencing their first episode of schizophrenia. After baseline neurocognitive tests and clinical assessment, subjects were randomly assigned to olanzapine, risperidone and aripiprazole treatment groups. A battery of neurocognitive tests showed that risperidone produced cognitive benefits in all five cognitive domains, including verbal learning and memory, visual learning and memory, working memory, processing speed, and selective attention; olanzapine improved processing speed and selective attention; and aripiprazole improved visual learning and memory, and working memory. However, the three atypical antipsychotic drugs failed to reveal any significant differences in the composite cognitive scores at the study endpoint. In addition, the three drugs all significantly improved clinical measures without significant differences between the drugs after 6 months. These results suggest that the atypical antipsychotics, olanzapine, risperidone and aripiprazole may improve specific cognitive domains with similar global clinical efficacy. In clinical practice, it may be feasible to choose corresponding atypical antipsychotics according to impaired cognitive domains.
基金supported by an education grant from Madam Diana Hon Fun Kong Donation for Cancer Research(Grant No.7104870)。
文摘Objective:Chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting(CINV)are common with doxorubicin-cyclophosphamide(AC)chemotherapy.Recommended antiemetic regimens incorporate neurokinin-1 receptor antagonist(NK1 RA),5-hydroxytryptamine type-3 receptor antagonist(5 HT3 RA),corticosteroid,and dopamine antagonists.This post-hoc analysis compared results of 3 prospective antiemetic studies conducted among Chinese breast cancer patients who received(neo)adjuvant AC,in order to identify optimal antiemetic prophylaxis.Methods:A total of 304 patients were included:Group 1,ondansetron/dexamethasone(D1);Group 2,aprepitant/ondansetron/dexamethasone(D1);Group 3,aprepitant/ondansetron/dexamethasone(D1–3);Group 4,aprepitant/ondansetron/dexamethasone(D1–3)/olanzapine;and Group 5,netupitant/palonosetron/dexamethasone(D1–3).Antiemetic efficacies of Groups 3,4,and 5 during cycle 1 of AC were individually compared with Group 1.In addition,emesis outcomes of patients in Groups 3 and 5,and those of Groups 2 and 3,were compared.Results:When comparing efficacies of a historical doublet(5 HT3 RA/dexamethasone)with triplet antiemetic regimens(NK1 RA/5 HT3 RA/dexamethasone)with/without olanzapine,complete response(CR)percentages and quality of life(QOL)in overall phase of cycle 1 AC were compared between Group 1 and the other groups:Group 1 vs.3,41.9%vs.38.3%(P=0.6849);Group 1 vs.4,41.9%vs.65.0%(P=0.0107);and Group 1 vs.5,41.9%vs.60.0%(P=0.0460).Groups 4 and 5 achieved a better QOL.When comparing netupitant-based(Group 3)with aprepitant-based(Group 5)triplet antiemetics,CR percentages were 38.3%vs.60.0%,respectively(P=0.0176);Group 5 achieved a better QOL.When comparing 1 day(Group 2)vs.3 day(Group 3)dexamethasone,CR percentages were 46.8%and 38.3%,respectively(P=0.3459);Group 3 had a worse QOL.Conclusions:Aprepitant-containing triplets were non-superior to doublet antiemetics.Netupitant-containing triplets and adding olanzapine to aprepitant-containing triplets were superior to doublets.Netupitant/palonosetron/dexamethasone was superior to aprepitant/ondansetron/dexamethasone.Protracted administration of dexamethasone provided limited additional benefit.