Precautions Expiration Drug Images Seroquel is a brand-name oral tablet that’s prescribed for schizophrenia and certain types of bipolar disorder
Warnings What to ask your doctor Seroquel (quetiapine) is a prescription drug used to treat schizophrenia and certain types of bipolar disorder
SEROquel XR
If
Quetiapine (Seroquel) is FDA approved to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder
Some drugs that interact with Seroquel and can cause problems include: Illegal substances, or "street drugs" Cold, cough, and allergy drugs
Addiction Seroquel can be habit-forming, and misusing the drug may lead to addiction
You
If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly
This medicine should not be used to treat behavioral problems in
Nausea and vomiting
Seroquel Addiction stroke that can lead to death can happen in elderly people with dementia who take medicines like SEROQUEL XR; neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS)
Quetiapine is available both as extended-release (once-daily dosing) or immediate-release (twice-daily dosing)
Constipation, drowsiness, upset stomach, tiredness, weight gain, blurred vision, or dry mouth may occur
Constipation, drowsiness, upset stomach, tiredness, weight gain, blurred vision, or dry mouth may occur
Seroquel XR can be taken on an empty stomach or with a light meal (less than 300 calories)
Quetiapine is only available on prescription
Seroquel (quetiapine) is a brand-name drug prescribed for schizophrenia and certain types of bipolar disorder in adults and some children
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Suicidality in Children and Adolescents — Quetiapine monotherapy is effective for acute bipolar depression and the prevention of mania/hypomania switching
Seroquel can add to the sedating effects of other drugs that sedate, such as
Quetiapine is known as an anti-psychotic drug (atypical type)