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Revision as of 15:51, September 15, 2009
Quetiapine, marketed in the US as Seroquel and Seroquel XR, is an atypical antipsychotic drug. It is used in the treatment of schizophrenia and in certain idividuals with bipolar disorder.
Indications
Quetiapine is indicated for the treatment of:
- Schizophrenia
- Maintenance treatment of bipolar mania
- Maintenance treatment of bipolar depression
Side effects
As with most antipsychotics, quetiapine can be the cause of several side effects, some common, others rare and life threatning. Side effects are as follows:
Common
- Drowsiness, sedation
- Nasal congestion
- Constipation
- Dizziness
- Weight gain
- Sudden drop in blood pressure upon standing
Rare
- Neuroleptic malignant syndrome
- Tardive dyskinesia
- Diabetes
Other uses
Due to its sedative effect, quetiapine is sometimes used (and misused) for the treatment of insomnia and anxiety disorders.