Although epileptiform activity did not increase under olanzapine, unspecific EEG abnormalities may be more frequent than with use of other neuroleptics. Careful surveillance of patients with risk factors for seizures is advisable. Further studies addressing the frequency and clinical relevance of EEG changes under olanzapine are necessary.
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