Quital Information
Quital is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Schizophrenia, Mania. Secondary and off-label uses of Quital have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Quital depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Quital can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Quital are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Quital's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Quital related warnings talks about Quital's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Quital is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Heart Disease, Tardive Dyskinesia as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Quital have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Quital with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Quital is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Quital Benefits & Uses
Quital is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
Quital Dosage & How to Take
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Quital Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Quital is used -
Severe
- Weight gain
Moderate
- Dystonia
- Parkinsonism
- Akathisia
- Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
- Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
- Orthostatic Hypotension (Sudden Lowering of Blood Pressure on Standing)
Mild
- Headache
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- Agitation
- पेट दर्द
Quital Related Warnings
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Is the use of Quital safe for pregnant women?
Quital can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Quital right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Moderate -
Is the use of Quital safe during breastfeeding?
Quital may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
Severe -
What is the effect of Quital on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Quital on the kidneys.
Safe -
What is the effect of Quital on the Liver?
Quital is rarely harmful for the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Quital on the Heart?
Quital has very mild side effects on the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Quital with Other Drugs
Quital should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Quital Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Quital unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Heart Disease
- Hypothyroidism
- Tardive Dyskinesia
- Parkinson's Disease
- Diabetes
- Breast Cancer
- Liver Disease
Frequently asked Questions about Quital
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Is this Quital habit forming or addictive?
Quital can be addictive. You should not take it without medical advice.
Yes -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Quital as you may feel sleepy.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Quital only on doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, this Quital works for mental disorders.
Yes
Quital Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Quital
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Quital to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Mild -
Interaction between Alcohol and Quital
Consumption of alcohol and Quital together may have severe effects on your health.
Severe
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This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Seroquel® (quetiapine fumarate)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1071-1073
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 442
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Seroquel® (quetiapine fumarate)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1071-1073
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 442
