Which of the following side effects is most common with olanzapine?
A.
Weight gain
B.
Orthostatic hypotension
C.
Dry mouth
D.
Diarrhea
ANS: A
Olanzapine is an antipsychotic and weight gain is the most common of these side effects. Orthostatic hypotension and dry mouth occur to a lesser extent and diarrhea is not listed as a side effect.
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