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Quetiapine

Quetiapine (Systemic), known in the U.S. by the brand name Seroquel^®, is a drug that is one of the atypical antipsychotics. Quetiapine (kwe-TYE-a-peen) has FDA and international approvals for the treatment of schizophrenia and acute mania in bipolar disorder. It is used "off-label" to treat other disorders, such as post-traumatic stress disorder.

Side Effects

Quetiapine is believed to be less likely to cause tardive dyskinesia than typical antipsychotics. However, as with other antipsychotics, there is evidence implying that quetiapine may cause tardive dyskinesia. [[1] [[1]

Studies conducted on beagles have resulted in the formation of cataracts, however, there has been no report describing this effect within humans. Common side effects include: agitation, memory problems, sedation, and an upset stomach. More information on side effects can be found at NIH's profile of the medication.

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