Seroquel (Quetiapine) is used to treat certain mood and mental conditions, including bipolar disorder (also known as bipolar), schizophrenia, as well as sudden episodes of mania or If you are between the ages of 18 and 60, take no other medication or have no other medical conditions, side effects you are more likely to
It’s prescribed for dizziness, faintness, or lightheadedness when getting up suddenly from a lying or sitting position sleepiness or unusual drowsiness Less common Black, tarry
If you have constipation from quetiapine, a high fiber diet may help
Seroquel is also used in the treatment of major depression and bipolar
Quetiapine belongs to a group of medicines known as atypical antipsychotics
Mania: where you may feel very excited, elated, agitated, enthusiastic or hyperactive or have poor judgement including being aggressive or disruptive
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In some cases, more serious side effects may occur
These common side effects of quetiapine may happen in more than 1 in 10 people
Putting on weight or changes to your appetite
, not approved by the FDA for the treatment of a particular condition) to treat anxiety disorders and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Common side effects include dizziness, drowsiness, and weight gain
SEROQUEL XR (quetiapine fumarate) is an atypical antipsychotic belonging to a chemical class, the dibenzothiazepine derivatives
Quetiapine is available both as extended-release (once-daily dosing) or immediate-release (twice-daily dosing)
Immediate release
Further dosage adjustments, up to 800 mg/day by day 6, should be in increments ≤200 mg/day
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The medication is also sometimes used to treat symptoms of bipolar disorder and major depressive disorder
If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor promptly
The most common side-effects include feeling sleepy or dizzy, headache, and increased weight
[10-17 yo] Dose: 400-600 mg/day PO divided bid-tid; Start: 25 mg PO bid x1 day, then 50 mg PO bid x1 day, then incr
If you're taking the slow release tablets, take them on an empty stomach
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) Seroquel may start working within 2 to 3 weeks of taking it