Quetiapine is an antipsychotic drug used to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder in adults and children over 10 years of age in the case of bipolar disorder and over 13 years of age in the case of schizophrenia.
Quetiapine is produced by the pharmaceutical laboratory AstraZeneca and can be purchased in pharmacies in the form of tablets, for about 37 to 685 reais, depending on the dosage of the drug.
Indications of Quetiapine
This medication is used to treat schizophrenia, which usually presents with symptoms such as hallucinations, strange and frightening thoughts, changes in behavior and feelings of loneliness.
In addition, it is also indicated in the treatment of episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder.
How to take
The usual dose of Quetiapine should be indicated by the doctor according to the age of the person and the purpose of the treatment.
Possible side effects
The major side effects of Quetiapine include dry mouth, increased blood cholesterol, increased heart rate, vision disturbances, rhinitis, poor digestion, and constipation.
In addition, quetiapine may also gain weight and sleep, which may compromise the ability to drive and operate machines.
Contraindications
Quetiapine is contraindicated in pregnancy and breast-feeding, as well as in patients with allergy to any component of the formula. In addition, quetiapine should not be taken by children under 13 years of age with schizophrenia and in children under 10 years of age with bipolar disorder.
