Guest guest Posted June 1, 2007 Report Share Posted June 1, 2007 I have prescribed seroquel several times in my Internal medicine practice. I don't know how much information you are interested so forgive any information that isn't relevant. Since it is used for so many things, I won't presume your diagnosis. Its was developed to treat schizophrenia but was then approved for treatment of bipolar depression. It is often used for calming influence when someone is having trouble with sleeping, or stress. It is used off label to treat anxiety and agitation in Alzheimer's patients. The main benefit is the calming effect. It has the advantage over Valium and other benzodiapenes in that it is not addictive and doesn't loose effectiveness with time. It also doesn't cloud the mind as much. SSRI medications are also used for antianxiety effect but have a delayed onset of action and can set off mania in bipolar people. The main downsides: Costs a fortune Long term use is associated with weight gain It dampens brain speed slightly. Often the symptoms of scitzophrenia, mood swings, and anxiety out the risks, but it's one of those personal choices. > > Do any of you have any experience with Seroquel?. > > One of my doctors perscribed this medication for me... > > Iam very hesitant to take it. I need to have a clear head to drive > safely and function. > > Andi > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 1, 2007 Report Share Posted June 1, 2007 > Do any of you have any experience with Seroquel?. > > One of my doctors perscribed this medication for me... > > Iam very hesitant to take it. I need to have a clear head to drive > safely and function. > > Andi Re: above I haven't had personal experience with it; however, where I work, we prescribe it to some of our patients. Our population is dual-diagnosis: Acquired Brain Injury and Mental Health. We will at times use medications for their secondary benefits (i.e., side effects); however, as ours is an inpatient unit, we can also monitor patients around the clock for any untoward problems. In one individual who was severely memory impaired, Seroquel helped manage some of this individual's manic-like behaviour. Oddly enough, it improved his word-finding ability which was also severely impaired. The one major drawback, however, is that it had sedative properties which seemed to peak around 30-60 min after the patient received the meds. Hope that helps Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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