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Can Seraquel Cause Face Distortions
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Are some mild involuntary head and mouth movements normal in elderly, (89) or are they only caused by medications like Seroquel (quetiapine)?
Involuntary movement: Are likely extrapyramidal symptoms from effects anti psychotic medications. Have psychiatric / movement disorder specialist evaluation as other CNs conditions can lead to involuntary movement ...Read more
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Seroquel (Definition)
Seroquel is a serotonin-dopamine receptor blocker which is a kind of atypical anti-psychotic drug (drug ...Read more
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Bad fall, brain bleed. In hospital. Dr put on Decadron (dexamethasone) and Seraquel. Low BP because of seraquel. Would this cause buzzing sound in head? Pain in head?
Is that you? : Or asking on someone else's behalf? After a fall several strange symptoms would start to appear, in the hospital frequent exams would be done to assess status, Decadron (dexamethasone) is given to help shrink swollen tissues in the head after trauma or surgery, let it take its course, trust the treating team, ...Read more
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I read people taking seroquel (quetiapine) can develop a masklike face. Is that likely?
Rare: Masklike faces is a pseudoparkinsons symp. Sereoquel is not a potent da blocker and has balancing anticholergic effects. Elderly demented pts may get this side effect due to loss of ach neurons. There is a warning on its use in elderly. As a very sedating med, people who don't need it will have more side effects and look very drugged on it. But the effects are dose related & it has a wide dose. ...Read more
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Is it normal if after taking a seroquel (quetiapine) to feel a cold feeling in your head like you can feel it going around?
No: But it doesn't mean anything serious. You describe what is most likely a changed experience of sensation, probably temporary, perhaps vigilantly heightened by the awareness of Seroquel (quetiapine). Not a harbinger of problems. ...Read more
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What are if a masklike face is a common side effect of seroquel (quetiapine)?
Rare: Masklike faces is a pseudoparkinsons symp. Sereoquel is not a potent da blocker and has balancing anticholergic effects. Elderly demented pts may get this side effect due to loss of ach neurons. There is a warning on its use in elderly. As a very sedating med, people who don't need it will have more side effects. I hope people are not abusing this potent med. ...Read more
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Seroquel (quetiapine) 25mg makes me feel fuzzy headed and pressure in my head. Is this common ?
Seroquel (quetiapine) side effect: Seroqurl can be very sedating in some patient populations. When first starting Seroqurl sedation can remit with time. Some other drugs can cause Seroquel (quetiapine) to not be metabolized as well leading to increased serum levels worsening side effects. Some patient's can experience dizziness with changing position too rapidly - sitting or laying to the standard upright position . ...Read more
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My head got bigger over the years. Is this the result of taking antipsychotics like seroquel (quetiapine). hats and goggles dont fit the same as a couple years ago?
Seroquel (quetiapine): There may be reasons why your head seems larger but Seroquel (quetiapine) is not a cause. Discuss with your treating doctor for advice. If all else is going well, try not to dwell on this issue. Best wishes. ...Read more
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My husband is having numbness in his mouth and side of his face as well as his extremities using Seroquel. Should he be alarmed?
Electrolyte imbal?: Seroquel (Quetiapine) can cause Dizziness, fatigue, increased BP, Tremor. slurred speech, anxiety to name a few. This could very well be improper dosing of Seroquel, however the entire medical picture needs to be evaluated. Start by visiting the doc prescribing the Seroquel. Blood test to include electrolytes liver enzymes etc. together with a physical exam. DO NOT stop the Seroquel abruptly! ...Read more
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Hi everybody. Are the any good recommendations of an add-on to Zoloft (sertraline) 200mg a day, currently on seroquel XR 50mg and sore body, head , dizzy and sleepy?
Dizzy & Sleepy: With these symptoms, the best answer may not be to "add on" anything more. Instead, you & your psychiatrist could review how the combination of zoloft (sertraline) & seroquel at current doses is affecting you, and go from there. These doses may need adjusting. ...Read more
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Doctor prescribed seroquel (quetiapine) that made my breast, face, butt grow bigger, i stopped taking them, for 2 months body was going down, but now its getting bigger again please help.
Hormone test found nothin?
Seroquel (quetiapine) : Seroquel (quetiapine) can cause weight gain in some patients. Once discontinued patients are able to loose the extra weight with appropriate diet. ...Read more
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Is it possible that seroquel (quetiapine) can cause dizzyness with blurred speech?
Seroquel (quetiapine): Seroquel (quetiapine) has sedative properties & can cause dizziness. ...Read more
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Will crushing seroquel (quetiapine) XR cause it to work as fast as the regular seroquel (quetiapine)?
No: That would negate the purpose of your expensive time release pill. Please talk with your physician more about your desire for sleepiness, and your need for sleep with a new baby. This can be complicated. Good luck ...Read more
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Do rebound symptoms caused from stopping seroquel (quetiapine) stop, how long does it take to return to pre baseline before you started the med?
Multiple factors: Every person is unique and as such will have their own unique experience to medications. You did not describe the symptoms you are asking about have not been in detail. Every patient will not experience a discontinuation syndrome or "rebound symptoms". Your described experience could be affected by the dose taken, the duration, the formuation (xr would take longer) and other meds being taken. ...Read more
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Does seroquel (quetiapine) cause hairloss?
336 cases reported : www.ehealthme.com/ds/seroquel (quetiapine)/hair+loss could seroquel (quetiapine) cause hair loss? We studied 65, 391 seroquel (quetiapine) users from fda and social media. Among them, 336 have hair loss. See who they are, when they have it and more. Best wishes. ...Read more
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Can Seroquel (quetiapine) cause akathisia?
Seroquel (quetiapine): can cause akathisia, although it is rare. It's been reported in the literature especially in patients who are particularly prone to developing what's called "extrapyramidal" or this type of uncomfortable restless side effect. ...Read more
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Can seroquel (quetiapine) cause bursts of anger?
Seroquel (quetiapine): According to Drugs.Com, possible side effects may include: psychosis, hallucinations, paranoid reactions, delusions, manic reaction, depersonalization, catatonic reaction, emotional lability, suicide attempt, and euphoria." So, bursts of anger is possible. Please let your prescribing physician/ psychiatrist know asap. ...Read more
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Why does seroquel (quetiapine) cause nightmares? Like why does that happen?
Remember more: Sometimes people on certain medications experience nightmares. It can be that you awaken at different time and remember dreams more. It can also be related to underlying anxiety condition. ...Read more
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How much seroquel (quetiapine) and mitrazapine together would cause a fatal overdose?
POISON CONTROL: Call the nearest poison control center for best answer. But if you're considering taking an overdose you want to bring that up with your dr and/or family & friends. Totally hopeless people make that mistake, but time goes on and conditions change so hopelessness doesn't fit any more. If this is an issue with you talk to a psychotherapist or if unsure what to do go to an emergency room and tell them. ...Read more
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Will 2, 100 mg of seroquel (quetiapine) cause fatal overdose im bout to take all theses pills is that enough detail
Please get help: Please go to an emergency room and get help. There is hope for you to feel better. ...Read more
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25mg seroquel (quetiapine) causes me to be extremely lethargic and unable to keep mentally alert for over 12 hrs after use. Is this normal?
Speak to your doc: Drowsiness,is a common, short lived side effect from seroquel, (quetiapine) but are you also taking other drugs? More likely,,this a combined drug reaction. Call your prescriber today to,discuss this effect to determine if the benefits of this drug outweight this effect. ...Read more
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