will taking Zyprexa affect my menstrual cycle

[heavy_reign]

I've recently started taking zyprexa 5mg. I am currtently late for my period only by a couple days so far. I took a pregnancy test and it came out negative. Will taking zyprexa affect my cycle like this or could this be something else?

[tinmuning]

Zyprexa has been known to have menstrual irregularities as one of it side effects. It can also cause difficulty in getting pregnant.

[zhanlili]

Zyprexa is actually a very strong atypical anti-psychotic treatment and there are some side-effects you might wanna know. As with all neuroleptic drugs, olanzapine can cause tardive dyskinesia and rare, but life-threatening, neuroleptic malignant syndrome.

Other recognised side effects may include:

Aggressiveness
akathisia inability to remain still[5]
dry mouth
dizziness
irritation
sedation
insomnia
urinary retention
orthostatic hypotension
weight gain (90% of users experience weight gain) (see below)
increased appetite
runny nose
low blood pressure
impaired judgment, thinking, and motor skills
impaired spatial orientation
impaired responses to senses
seizure
trouble swallowing
dental problems and discoloration of teeth
missed periods
problems with keeping body temperature regulated
apathy, lack of emotion