Quetiapine is an antipsychotic remedy used to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder in adults and children over 10 years old in case of bipolar disorder and over 13 years old in case of schizophrenia.
Quetiapine is produced by the pharmaceutical laboratory AstraZeneca and can be purchased in pharmacies in the form of pills, for about 37 to 685 reais, depending on the dosage of the drug.
Indications for Quetiapine
This remedy is used for the treatment of schizophrenia, which usually presents symptoms such as hallucinations, strange and frightening thoughts, changes in behavior and feelings of loneliness.
In addition, it is also indicated for the treatment of episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder.
How to take
The usual dose of Quetiapine should be indicated by the doctor according to the person's age and purpose of treatment.
Possible side effects
The main side effects of Quetiapine include dry mouth, increased cholesterol in the blood test, increased heart rate, vision disorders, rhinitis, poor digestion and constipation.
In addition, quetiapine can also put on weight and make you sleepy, which can compromise your ability to drive and operate machines.
Contraindications
Quetiapine is contraindicated in pregnancy and breastfeeding, as well as in patients with allergies to any component of the formula. In addition, quetiapine should not be taken by children under the age of 13 with schizophrenia and in children under the age of 10 with bipolar disorder.
