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Dr. Banita Sehgal
Internal Medicine Physician
My approach to healthcare is rooted in building genuine partnerships with my patients.
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Frequently asked questions
A healthcare provider can help you determine the appropriate dosage of quetiapine. Generally, quetiapine dosage may range from 150 to 300 mg daily. A healthcare provider may gradually increase your dosage if needed.
Health experts do not recommend taking more than one dose within a 24 hour period. If you miss a dose, skip it and continue with your regular dosing schedule.
A healthcare provider may not recommend quetiapine to those with the following conditions:
- Dementia-related psychosis
- Cardiac arrhythmia
- Hypomagnesemia
- Diabetes
- Low levels of potassium
- Hyperglycemia
There are no known interactions between quetiapine and food or drink.
While both medications may help treat symptoms related to anxiety, Xanax is a benzodiazepine that primarily treats anxiety disorders. On the other hand, quetiapine primarily treats psychosis.
Be sure to let a healthcare provider know if you are pregnant or plan on becoming pregnant before starting quetiapine. Taking quetiapine while pregnant or breastfeeding may harm an unborn child.
Health experts do not recommend drinking alcohol while taking quetiapine. Drinking alcohol while taking quetiapine may increase the risk of drowsiness.
Quetiapine may begin working within the first few weeks of taking it. However, it may take a couple of weeks or months before you see the effects of the medication.
You may experience the following side effects while taking quetiapine:
- Vomiting
- Gas
- Constipation
- Stuffy nose
- Headache
- Menstrual cycle changes
Be sure to seek medical emergency assistance if you experience any severe side effects while taking quetiapine:
- Seizures
- Vision changes
- Fever
- Confusion
- Rash
- Blisters
- Difficulty breathing
Yes, quetiapine can lead to weight gain.
Quetiapine may interact with the following medications:
- Opioids
- Blood pressure medications
- Benzoadiazepines
- Anticholinergics
Be sure to let a healthcare provider know about all of the medications you are taking before starting quetiapine.
Quetiapine is not considered a sleeping pill.
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