Olanzapine is a selective, orally active monoaminergic antagonist with high affinity binding to serotonin H1, 5HT2A/2C, 5HT3, 5HT6, dopamine D1-4, muscarinic M1-5, and adrenergic α1 receptors. It is classified as an atypical antipsychotic.
- Selective monoaminergic antagonist
- High affinity binding to multiple serotonin, dopamine, muscarinic, and adrenergic receptors
- Atypical antipsychotic