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What is seroquel (quetiapine) used for?

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Dr. John Moranville answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Depends on dose: Up to 100 mg Seroquel (quetiapine) is primarily an antihistamine and sometimes used for insomnia or anxiety though these are not FDA approved uses. 200-400 mg has been approved for bipolar depression. 600-800 mg is used for psychotic symptoms like paranoia or hallucinations

Answered 8/23/2018

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Seroquel (quetiapine): A second generation antipsychotic by astra zeneca company, used to treat psychoses & bipolar do & as supplement in treating depression. It has sedative effect , can cause weight gain & other metabolic changes. Comes in regular release form (quetiapine) & extended release form (seroquel-xr).

Answered 4/7/2015

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Dr. John Moranville answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Depends on dose: Up to 100 mg Seroquel (quetiapine) is primarily an antihistamine and sometimes used for insomnia or anxiety though these are not FDA approved uses. 200-400 mg has been approved for bipolar depression. 600-800 mg is used for psychotic symptoms like paranoia or hallucinations

Answered 11/30/2014

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Seroquel: Seroquel is an atypical antipsychotic that is used for treatment of schizophrenia, bipolar disorder & major depressive disorder.

Answered 7/5/2020

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