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Quetiapine (kwe-TYE-a-peen ) is used to treat psychotic disorders, such as schizophrenia. Quetiapine has NOT been approved to treat behavioral problems in older adult patients who have dementia. Quetiapine is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the following dosage form: Oral Tablets (U.S. and Canada)
Quetiapine is used to treat psychotic disorders and symptoms such as hallucinations, delusions, and hostility. Quetiapine is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information. Quetiapine comes as a tablet to take by mouth. It is usually taken two or three times a day. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take Quetiapine exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor. Quetiapine controls the symptoms of a psychotic disorder but does not cure it. Continue to take Quetiapine even if you feel well. Do not stop taking Quetiapine without talking to your doctor. Your doctor will probably want to decrease your dose gradually. Brand names: - Quetiapine - Seroquel |