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Is quitipine a good drug for depression? and what are the side effects?

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

Specializes in General Practice

Quetiapine: This common medication for anxiety, depression and sleep is very safe for all three. It is very sedating and many people can only tolerate taking it at bedtime.

Answered 4/10/2013

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Quetiapine Fumarate: Official fda indications for use of Quetiapine Fumarate include short term treatment of schizophrenia as well as both bipolar depression & mania. Quetiapine xr has an approved indication as an adjunct treatment for major depression. It is used off label for insomnia, ptsd, adhd, aggression/ agitation, dementia, anxiety & mood disorders. It is an atypical antipsychotic. Cont'd.

Answered 6/30/2014

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