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Quticad is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Schizophrenia, Mania. Quticad also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Quticad. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Quticad as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Quticad normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Quticad has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Quticad related warnings talks about Quticad's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Quticad can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Quticad in conditions like Heart Disease, Tardive Dyskinesia. Some other conditions that can be affected by Quticad are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Quticad with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Quticad is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Quticad is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Quticad is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Quticad safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Quticad. It is best to stop taking Quticad immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Quticad safe during breastfeeding?
Quticad may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Quticad on the Kidneys?
Quticad is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Quticad on the Liver?
Quticad may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Quticad on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Quticad on the heart have been reported.
Quticad should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Quticad unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Quticad habit forming or addictive?
Quticad can be addictive. You should not take it without medical advice.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Quticad, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Quticad can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Quticad only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Quticad has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Quticad
Taking Quticad with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Quticad
Taking alcohol with Quticad can be dangerous.
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
