Seroquel 100 mg 30 tablets
AstraZeneca
AstraZeneca
Composition (for 100 mg tablets)
quetiapine — 100 mg.
Pharmacological properties
Antipsychotic effect: blocks dopamine (D2) and serotonin (5-HT2A) receptors.
Sedative effect: especially pronounced at low doses (25–100 mg), used for insomnia and anxiety.
Tranquilizing effect: relieves agitation and anxiety.
Indications for use
Schizophrenia.
Bipolar disorder (manic and depressive episodes).
Depression as part of combination therapy (as prescribed by a doctor).
Sometimes used "off-label" in small doses to treat insomnia or anxiety (only as prescribed by a doctor!).
Method of administration and dosage
1. Schizophrenia (adults)
Initial dose: 50 mg on the first day, then gradually increase:
Day 2: 100 mg
Day 3: 200 mg
Day 4: 300 mg
Therapeutic dose: from 300 to 800 mg/day, divided into 2 doses.
2. Bipolar disorder (manic episodes)
Titration scheme is similar
Day 1: 100 mg
Day 2: 200 mg
Day 3: 300 mg
Day 4: 400 mg
Usual dose: 400-800 mg/day
3. Bipolar depression
Initial dose: 50 mg/day
Increased to 300 mg/day by day 4 (one dose before bedtime)
Important
This drug is available by prescription.
Do not combine with alcohol.
Requires medical supervision.