Seroquel (quetiapine) For Bipolar Disorder, Depression, And ... - RxList

What Is Seroquel?

Seroquel is a prescription medicine used to treat the symptoms of Schizophrenia, Bipolar I Disorder, Mania; Bipolar Disorder, Depressive Episodes; Bipolar I Disorder, Maintenance; and Major Depressive Disorder. Seroquel may be used alone or with other medications.

Seroquel belongs to a class of drugs called Antipsychotics, 2nd Generation; Antimanic Agents.

It is not known if Seroquel is safe and effective in children younger than 12 years of age.

What are the possible side effects of Seroquel?

Seroquel may cause serious side effects including:

• uncontrolled muscle movements in your face (chewing, lip smacking, frowning, tongue movement, blinking or eye movement),
• mask-like appearance of the face,
• trouble swallowing,
• problems with speech,
• lightheadedness,
• severe constipation,
• painful or difficult urination,
• blurred vision,
• tunnel vision,
• eye pain,
• seeing halos around lights,
• very stiff (rigid) muscles,
• high fever,
• sweating,
• confusion,
• fast or uneven heartbeats,
• tremors,
• fainting,
• increased thirst,
• increased urination,
• dry mouth,
• fruity breath odor,
• fever,
• chills,
• mouth sores,
• skin sores,
• sore throat,
• cough, and
• trouble breathing

Get medical help right away, if you have any of the symptoms listed above.

The most common side effects of Seroquel include:

• speech problems,
• dizziness,
• drowsiness,
• tiredness,
• lack of energy,
• fast heartbeats,
• stuffy nose,
• increased appetite,
• weight gain,
• upset stomach,
• vomiting,
• constipation,
• dry mouth, and
• abnormal liver function test

Tell the doctor if you have any side effect that bothers you or that does not go away.

These are not all the possible side effects of Seroquel. For more information, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Dosage for Seroquel

Older adults with dementia may have a slightly increased risk of death when taking Seroquel. Dosing preparations are 25, 50, 100, 200, 300, and 400 mg tablets.

What Drugs, Substances, or Supplements Interact with Seroquel?

Seroquel may interact with a number of other drugs, including, but not limited to, antidepressant medications, antifungal drugs, steroids, cimetidine (Tagamet), thioridazine (Mellaril), and lorazepam (Ativan).

Seroquel During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. Seroquel passes into breast milk and may have undesirable effects on a nursing infant. Breastfeeding while taking Seroquel is not recommended.

Additional Information

Our Seroquel Side Effects Drug Center provides a comprehensive view of available drug information on the potential side effects when taking this medication.