Richardaddy
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I have been taking olanzapine at 5mg per night since september 2003. I am also taking venlafaxine at 75mg per night. I have come across an article on the internet that says that zyprexa (olanzapine) is goiong to be removed from the shelves because of an increased risk of diabetes. I am worried sick, I don't want to get diabetes. I am on venlafaxine because I have depression and panic disorder and I am on olanzapine because I have paranoia and sexual frustration and the olanzapine helps me cope with these two symptoms. I have told my psychiatrist about how worried I am about getting diabetes but he keeps saying that anyone can get it and that I should watch what I eat. I really don't want to get diabetes yet I can't come off this drug because my symptoms will get worse. What should I do?