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How long does seroquel (quetiapine) xr take to kick in after taking a dose?

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Dr. Linda Callaghan answered

Specializes in Addiction Medicine

Depends.: The Seroquel (quetiapine) XR (Extended Release) is slowly absorbed in the system since it has a longer half-life than the immediate release and steady state can reach in 2 days time with daily intake.

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Answered 7/22/2014

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