Olanzapine-Induced Diabetes Mellitus

Abstract

Diabetes mellitus secondary to olanzapine use seems to be a rare occurrence. However, certain risk factors such as obesity, family history, and concomitant medications may predispose an individual to development of diabetes mellitus while taking olanzapine. An increased awareness of this reaction is essential in the treatment of patients at risk. Periodic serum glucose monitoring in these individuals may be warranted.