Seroquel
® (
quetiapine fumarate) is a prescription medicine used for treating
schizophrenia and
bipolar disorder. It comes in tablet form and is taken by mouth, typically one to three times daily. If you are only taking the medication once a day, it is usually best to take Seroquel oral tablets at bedtime.
It is not known exactly how Seroquel works for schizophrenia or
bipolar disorder. However, it is known that the drug blocks or lessens the effects of certain chemicals in the brain. These chemicals (such as dopamine and serotonin) may be elevated in people with schizophrenia or bipolar disorder.
Even though most people tolerate Seroquel well, side effects are possible. Some of the most common side effects that have been reported with this
antipsychotic medication include dry mouth,
headaches, and drowsiness.
(Click Seroquel for more information on when and how to take Seroquel oral tablets, to learn more about the effects of this medicine, and to find out what you should discuss with your healthcare provider before treatment begins.)
