Quetiapine
Brand: Seroquel
Key warning
Boxed warning: increased death in elderly with dementia-related psychosis; suicidality in young adults
Common side effects
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
- Weight gain
- Dry mouth
- Constipation
Key interactions & cautions
- Alcohol increases sedation
- Adds to other sedating drugs
- Caution with blood-pressure medicines
- Certain drugs affect its blood levels
Counseling points
- Rise slowly to reduce dizziness
- May take with or without food
- Report high blood sugar symptoms
- Do not stop suddenly
- Monitor weight and blood sugar
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