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Quel Information

Quel, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Schizophrenia, Mania. The alternative uses of Quel have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Quel depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Quel side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Quel normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Quel is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Quel's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Quel related warnings section.

Quel is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Heart Disease, Tardive Dyskinesia as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Quel have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Quel have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Quel is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.



Quel Benefits & Uses

Quel is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Quel 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
  • Disease: Schizophrenia
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: gradually increases upto 800 mg/day
Geriatric
  • Disease: Schizophrenia
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: gradually increases upto 800 mg/day
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Schizophrenia
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: gradually increases upto 800 mg/day

Quel Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Quel safe for pregnant women?


    Quel may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Quel again without your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Quel safe during breastfeeding?


    Quel should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Quel on the Kidneys?


    Using Quel does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Quel on the Liver?


    Side effects of Quel rarely affect the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Quel on the Heart?


    Very few cases of side effects of Quel on the heart have been reported.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Quel with Other Drugs

Quel should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Quel Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Quel unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Quel

  • Is this Quel habit forming or addictive?


    Yes, Quel cause dependence in some cases. Talk to your doctor before taking it.

    Yes
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    After taking Quel, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Quel can make you drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Quel only as per medical advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    Yes, Quel is useful in treating mental disorders.

    Yes

Quel Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Quel


    Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Quel to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Quel


    Consuming Quel with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

    Severe


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 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

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