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Seroquel Review

By Razvan Radu, Senior Writer, Susanne Blake, MS, RDN (expert review) Susanne Blake is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with expertise in eating disorders, food reactions, & whole foods nutrition. She has worked with children and families, with elders and retirement communities, and has provided nutrition services to detention facilities, schools and recovery programs. Her media expertise is extensive and has included live television, as well as print publications.

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Seroquel is labeled as an antipsychotic medication and it claims to work by changing the actions of certain chemicals in the brain. The drug is a registered trademark of the AstraZeneca group of companies. They have been on the market for almost 100 years and have researched and produced medications for heart disease, cancer, mental illness, infections, gastrointestinal disorders and respiratory conditions.

This product is available by prescription only and it is used with the purpose of treating schizophrenia and maniac depression (bipolar disorder) in children and adults. Together with other antidepressant medications, Seroquel is used to treat major depressive disorder in adults.

Seroquel Ingredients

Seroquel includes the following ingredients: Quetiapine fumarate, Magnesium stearate, Dibasic dicalcium phosphate dehydrate, Hypromellose, Lactose monohydrate, Titanium dioxide, red ferric oxide, and yellow ferric oxide.

Product Features

All antipsychotic medications function similarly by regulating dopamine release and by blocking specific receptors in the brain. On the other hand, atypical antipsychotic drugs (like Seroquel) are somewhat different in that they seem to more specifically target the intended receptors in the brain, causing fewer side effects.

Seroquel contains only one active ingredient: Quetiaprine fumarate, which is labeled as an atypical antipsychotic. This ingredient is commonly used due to its properties in treating symptoms of psychosis that may occur to individuals with schizophrenia, during the manic phases of delusional disorder and bipolar disorder.

It is extremely important to note that this drug is associated with side effects like heart failure, very stiff (rigid) muscles, pneumonia, sweating, high fever, fast or uneven heartbeats, tremors, confusion, uncontrolled muscle movements, blurred vision, feeling light-headed, eye pain, excessive hunger, increased thirst and urination, fruity breath odor, weakness, nausea and vomiting.

The product is available for purchase in different strengths: 25mg, 50mg, 100mg, 200mg and 300mg. The drug is also available in packs of 30 or 60 tables. We strongly advise you to do not take this drug without consulting your doctor.

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Advantages

May have lighter side effects than other similar drugs;
The product is FDA approved;
It is provided a very wide variety of concentrations of which you can pick the one that suits you best.

Disadvantages

The product is available by prescription only;
There is very little information on the manufacturer’s website;
There are no testimonials;
No free sample is available.

Conclusion

Seroquel is an extremely powerful antipsychotic drug which is available by prescription only. Although the product is FDA approved, it was associated with some severe side effects like heart failure, high fever or pneumonia.

According to the company, multiple studies have been conducted to prove this drug effectiveness in the most severe cases of schizophrenia. Some studies are available on the producer’s website but even so, there is too little information available. We feel like a drug with such strong implications in a patient development should be offered with a stronger background and with a lot more information regarding its effectiveness, ingredients and clinical test results.

We strongly recommend to do not take this drug without consulting your doctor. Also, take Seroquel in the exact dosage prescribed by your doctor.

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(Published on: October 16, 2011 12:00 pm)

Seroquel is an antipsychotic that modifies the chemicals levels in the brain, quetiapine being the active substance that has a beneficial effect. Seroquel can be used next to antidepressants to treat MDD in adults and is also used in the treatment of schizophrenia both in adults and children over 13. Persons with heart problems, thyroid disorders, epilepsy, or diabetes problems should be cautious when taking Seroquel. Also, the extended release of Seroquel is only recommended to people over 18 years old.

Is Seroquel Right For You?

Seroquel is an antipsychotic medication available by prescription only. This drug is commonly prescribed as a treatment for schizophrenia and bipolar disorder (manic depression) in adults and children. It is also used together with antidepressant medications to treat major depressive disorder in adults.

The company behind this drug is AstraZeneca. They have been in business for almost 100 years. The company has become popular for their medications that target cancer, heart disease, mental illness, infections, gastrointestinal disorders and respiratory conditions.

Please note that Seroquel is a form of prescription drug and it should not be purchased or used without a doctor’s written consent.

Ingredients of Seroquel

Seroquel includes the following ingredients: quetiapine fumarate, povidone, dibasic dicalcium phosphate, microcrystalline cellulose, sodium starch glycolate, lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate, hypromellose, polyethylene glycol, titanium dioxide.

Effectiveness of Seroquel

As stated above, Seroquel is a prescription antipsychotic that is commonly used to treat schizophrenia and severe forms of bipolar disorder (manic depression) in adults and children. It is paramount to note that this drug may cause heart failure, sudden death, or pneumonia in older adults with dementia-related conditions.

It is strongly advised to stop using Seroquel and immediately contact your doctor if one or more of the following symptoms occur: very stiff (rigid) muscles, high fever, sweating, confusion, fast or uneven heartbeats, tremors, uncontrolled muscle movements, feeling light-headed, blurred vision, eye pain, increased thirst and urination, excessive hunger, fruity breath odor, weakness, nausea, and vomiting.

The active ingredient in Seroquel is quetiapine fumarate, which is classified as an atypical antipsychotic. This ingredient is commonly used to treat symptoms of psychosis that may be present in individuals with schizophrenia, during the manic phases of bipolar disorder, and delusional disorder.

Some evidence shows that Seroquel may also be effective as a mood stabilizer and may help prevent psychotic or manic episodes from occurring.

Seroquel Price

Seroquel is available in different strengths: 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg, 200 mg or 300 mg. Some online retailers are offering this drug without prescription, but we do not encourage such practices.

Seroquel is an expensive form of medication. The health insurance programs may cover the costs of this treatment. It is never recommended to take a larger dose than prescribed.

Does Seroquel Work?

While Seroquel has received many positive reviews and testimonials, your doctor is the only one who can decide if this drug is good for you or not. It is strongly advised never to purchase this drug from questionable sources or without prescription. Seroquel is a form of prescription medication that was associated with numerous unwanted side effects, and maximum caution is recommended.

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Desmond

This Seroquel pill varies in milligrams but the affect is the same. i was on this for some time and i had many muscle spasms and toe cramps, plus cravings in mid mornings. if the dose was to high i would just dose right off. slurred speech and cotton mouth is to be expected with this product but the most negative thing this pill has to offer is the fact that you gain alot of weight taking it.

Ben

I have been taking seroquel since December, 2009. My psychiatrist prescribed it to me because I have hallucinations and bad mood swings. I like it because it calms me down and helps me sleep when I can’t. I don’t like it because I gained a lot of weight since I started taking it, it’s really hard to get up in the mornings. It knocks you out in thirty minutes flat.

Kale D.

This drug caused my Type 2 diabetes because one of the side effects is weight gain. The weight gain from Seroquel made me gain over 50 lbs. even though I had watched what I ate. I had taken this drug in 2003, and started off at 25mg. I gained a little weight, but lost it. Then when my Doctor upped the, the problems really started.