Quetiapine Fumarate Tablets

Quetiapine Fumarate Tablets come with the brand name “PSYPIN-25” and belong to a group of medications called ‘antipsychotics’. It is used in the treatment of bipolar depression, mania and schizophrenia. Bipolar disorder is characterized by manic episodes of excitement or euphoria and depression. Schizophrenia is characterized by symptoms of hallucinations (seeing or hearing things that are not real) and delusions (wrong beliefs).

Quetiapine Fumarate Tablets contain ‘quetiapine’, which is an antipsychotic drug. It acts by blocking dopamine, a hormone in the brain responsible for developing symptoms of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. It also affects other neurotransmitters in the brain, such as serotonin, and its beneficial effects may also be related to this. Altogether this tablet rebalances dopamine and serotonin to improve thinking, mood and behavior.

Medical Benefits

• It works by blocking the dopamine receptors preventing the excessive activity of dopamine.
• Dopamine is a ‘feel-good hormone’ that promotes happiness, excitement and pleasure. It alters brain function, improving mood, thinking ability and social behaviour.
• It reduces the development of symptoms in patients with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder or other mood disorders.
• This composition also has effects on other neurotransmitters in the brain, such as serotonin, and its beneficial effects may also be related to this.

Directions For Use

• Take it with or without food as advised by the doctor.
• Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water.
• Do not break, crush or chew it.
• Please take Quetiapine Fumarate Tablets in the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor based on specific medical conditions.

Storage

• Keep it away from sunlight.
• Keep out of the reach of children.
• Store in a cool and dry place.

Precautions

• This medicine contains lactose, so it should not be given to people with lactose intolerance.
• It may interact with medications, including antidepressants (citalopram, escitalopram, bupropion),  opioid pain or cough relievers (codeine, hydrocodone), drugs for sleep or anxiety (alprazolam, lorazepam, zolpidem), etc.
• This composition may interact with grapefruit and alcohol and increase the risk of side effects.
• Quetiapine Fumarate Tablets are not recommended for use in children under 12 years of age.

Side Effects

• Drowsiness
• The trouble with thinking/controlling body movements/trouble with your vision
• Constipation
• Dizziness
• Headache

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Does this tablet affect blood pressure?

It increases blood pressure. So, it is advisable to monitor your blood pressure while taking this medicine frequently.

Does this medicine cause dizziness?

It may cause dizziness and may increase the risk of falls. So, stand up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.

Can I drive after taking a tablet?

It should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking this medicine as it causes drowsiness.

Can this tablet be taken long-term?

The long-term use of it may cause potential side effects such as tardive dyskinesia (uncontrolled movements of arms and legs), increased blood sugar, vision impairment, and weight gain. However, if the benefits outweigh the risks, your doctor prescribes this tablet for a prolonged period.

Can it be used in children?

This tablet is not recommended for use in children and adolescents under the age of 18 years. In children, it may cause potential side effects such as swelling of breasts in boys and girls, irregular periods and weight gain.