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Would increasing seroquel (quetiapine) from 12.5 to 25 mg help an elderly person stay asleep longer in the early morning hours?
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Seroquel (quetiapine) dose: It is very possible but it depends more on individual response.
Answered 10/29/2018
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Potentially: But, I wouldn't change the dose without talking to the prescribing doctor first. There can sometimes be issues with using atypical antipsychotics in the elderly.
Answered 10/30/2018
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