Question 1

is there a drug that works like seroquel (quetiapine) without the weight gain, blood sugar rise, and raise in chelesterol and tryglyserides?

Accepted Answer

Atypicals: There r several atypical medications the the fda has approved for bipolar/schizophrenia disorders. Work with your professional to find one that works.  The one i've had most weight gain is zyprexa (olanzapine).

Question 2

how does seroquel (quetiapine) works?

Accepted Answer

Seroquel (quetiapine): Seroquel (quetiapine) is a 2nd generation antipsychotic medication.  It acts on Dopamine and serotonin receptors especially in the mesolimbic area of the brain, which may be associated with some psychotic symptoms.  Because of this specificity, there may be less potential to cause movement disorders -- but it still can do this at a high enough dose.  Other side effects may be more prominent with 2nd gen drugs.

Question 3

i started taking seroquel (quetiapine) 50mg for sleep 11.14.14. it doesn't seem to be working. does it take time to build up in my system before it works?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: Sedation is a side effect of seroquel because it is a very powerful antihistamine like Benadryl (diphenhydramine). Though it is often used for anxiety and insomnia in doses up to 100 mg, there are many alternatives without risk of weight gain and other side effects. Above 100 mg it has more effect on serotonin and dopamine to help bipolar depression and schizophrenia

Question 4

what works best for insomnia: elavil or seroquel (quetiapine)?

Accepted Answer

One make work : Better for one individual  and vice versa. In other words -  there is not a one size fits all response to these medications. They both can be very effective for sleep. Both have potential side effects.  Seroquel (quetiapine) has potential to cause tardive dyskensia ; neuroleptic malignant syndrome.

Question 5

my doctor has prescribed seroquel (quetiapine) at night for sleep, it works much better then any pill ever did. i can sleep but my personality changed, now what?

Accepted Answer

Choose.: Seroquel (quetiapine) does not change personality per se, but may improve mood.  May be that your personality is changing for other reasons including improved sleep.  You may consider changing meds if your personality has changed for the worse and you don't like it.  If you are fine onsider contiuing the med.

Question 6

seroquel (quetiapine) isn't supposed to be used for sleep i take it though the only med that works i take adderall for adhd what mg should be taken with seroquel (quetiapine)?

Accepted Answer

Seroquel/Adderall: Dose of Adderall is decided by your prescribing doctor who knows u better than any of us. That dose is not dependent on how much seroquel (quetiapine) u r on.

Question 7

geodon (ziprasidone) plus ativan not sedating enough. what can i do to get to sleep? also have seroquel and it only works before large meals. lot of food works

Accepted Answer

See psychiatrist: If you are on Geodon, (ziprasidone) Seroquel, and Ativan, and it's not working, it's clear your underlying psychiatric issues are not well controlled.  Call your psychiatrist and make an appointment with him/her to address your concerns, as you likely need some adjustments to your current medication dosing/choices.

Question 8

can i take seroquel indefinitely for chronic primary insomnia? 12.5 mg has stopped working after 18 days. should i increase it? ambien (zolpidem) no longer works for me. neither does trazodone.

Accepted Answer

Chronic Insomnia: I understand your need to have good sleep.
Ambien loses effectiveness after about a month.
Trazadone is not specific medication for insomnia.
Seroquel can have serious side effects. 
Insomnia is a symptom of  stress in your life for which Therapy, Breathing and Music Relaxation, Yoga, Meditation are beneficial.
See Psychiatrist for Intensive Therapy, discuss anti-anxiety medications and follow.

Question 9

cannot sleep even  one day with unisom an next nite with seroquel (quetiapine) an nothin works i feel off balance , floaters in eyes, jittery  an muscles hurt.    ?

Accepted Answer

Need to see your Dr: Too many things going on, need a good history and physical to better tie things together and determine if testing necessary or what medication may help. See your Dr for evaluation.

Question 10

thoughts? could seroquel (quetiapine) show up on drug test?

Accepted Answer

No: Seroquel (quetiapine) does not show up on a routine drug screen.

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Is there a drug that works like seroquel (quetiapine) without the weight gain, blood sugar rise, and raise in chelesterol and tryglyserides?

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How does seroquel (quetiapine) works?

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I started taking seroquel (quetiapine) 50mg for sleep 11.14.14. it doesn't seem to be working. does it take time to build up in my system before it works?

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What works best for insomnia: elavil or seroquel (quetiapine)?

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My doctor has prescribed seroquel (quetiapine) at night for sleep, it works much better then any pill ever did. i can sleep but my personality changed, now what?

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Seroquel (quetiapine) isn't supposed to be used for sleep i take it though the only med that works i take adderall for adhd what mg should be taken with seroquel (quetiapine)?

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Geodon (ziprasidone) plus ativan not sedating enough. what can i do to get to sleep? also have seroquel and it only works before large meals. lot of food works

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Can i take seroquel indefinitely for chronic primary insomnia? 12.5 mg has stopped working after 18 days. should i increase it? ambien (zolpidem) no longer works for me. neither does trazodone.

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Cannot sleep even one day with unisom an next nite with seroquel (quetiapine) an nothin works i feel off balance , floaters in eyes, jittery an muscles hurt. ?

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Thoughts? could seroquel (quetiapine) show up on drug test?

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