Queta 2525mg
Tablet
Opsonin Pharma Limited
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| Alcohol | UNSAFE It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Queta 25. |
| Pregnancy | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Queta 25 may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developin... View More |
| Breastfeeding | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Queta 25 is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. |
| Driving | UNSAFE Queta 25 may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. |
| Kidney | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Queta 25 is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Queta 25 may not be needed in ... View More |
| Liver | CAUTION Queta 25 should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Queta 25 may be needed. Please consult your doctor. |
Introduction
Queta 25 is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of schizophrenia (a mental disorder that can result in hallucinations or delusions and also ad... View More
Uses of Queta 25
- Schizophrenia
- Mania
Side effects of Queta 25
- Akathisia (inability to stay still)
- Decreased haemoglobin level in blood
- Dizziness
- Dystonia (involuntary muscle contractions)
- Headache
- Increased triglyceride level in blood
- Parkinsonism
- Sleepiness
- Weight gain
How to use Queta 25
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Queta 25 may be taken with... View More
How Queta 25 works
Queta 25 is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by modulating the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that affect thoughts.
- You have been prescribed Queta 25 for the treatment of schizophrenia and mania.
- It is less likely to cause heart problems and movement disorders than other antipsychotics.
- It may take 4 to 6 weeks to see treatment effects. Keep taking it as prescribed.
- Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Queta 25 can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
- To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
- It may increase your weight, blood sugar and cholesterol. Eat healthy, exercise regularly and monitor your blood levels regularly.
- Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts or behavior.
- Do not stop taking it without talking to your doctor first as it may cause worsening of symptoms.
Indication
Schizophrenia, Bipolar disorder, Major depressive disorder
Administration
Extended-release: Should be taken on an empty stomach. Take w/o food or w/ a light meal. Swallow whole, do not chew/crush. May be taken with or withou... View More
Adult Dose
Oral Schizophrenia Immediate release Day 1: 50 mg/day PO divided q12hr Days 2-3: Dose increased daily in increments of 25-50 mg q8-12hr to 300-400 m... View More
Child Dose
Schizophrenia Immediate release Day 1: 50 mg/day PO divided q12hr Days 2-3: Dose increased daily in increments of 25-50 mg q8-12hr to 300-400 mg by d... View More
Contraindication
Quetiapine is contraindicated in individuals with a known hypersensitivity to this medication or any of its ingredients. Severe CNS depression, bone mar... View More
Mode of Action
Quetiapine is an antagonist at multiple neurotransmitter receptors in the brain: Serotonin 5-HT1A and 5-HT2, dopamine D1 and D2, histamine H1 and adrene... View More
Precaution
Patient w/ CV and cerebrovascular disease, conditions predisposing to hypotension, history of seizures or conditions that lower the seizure threshold, c... View More
Side Effect
>10% Dizziness (1-18%),Fatigue (3-14%),Extrapyramidal symptoms (1-13%),Increased diastolic blood pressure (41%),Increased triglycerides (8-22%),Increas... View More
Interaction
Increased risk of drowsiness and postural hypotension when used with alcohol. CYP3A4 inducers eg. phenytoin and carbamazepine may decrease plasma levels... View More
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