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Quticad 50mg Tablet is a product of Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Composition: Quetiapine (50mg)

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Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Quticad 50mg Tablet

Description:

Quticad 50mg Tablet is used in the treatment of schizophrenia (a mental disorder that can result in hallucinations or delusions and also adversely affects a person’s ability to think and behave) and mania. It is also used to treat bipolar disorders.

Quticad 50mg Tablet may be taken without food or with light meals. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms. However, discontinue this medicine immediately if you experience Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS), characterized by fever, muscle rigidity, and altered consciousness or seizures.

Some common side effects of this medicine include decreased hemoglobin levels in the blood, increased triglycerides level in blood, decreased cholesterol level in blood, headache, extrapyramidal symptoms, dry mouth, and withdrawal symptoms. Initially, this medicine may cause a sudden drop in blood pressure when you change positions, so it is better to rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. It also causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. This medicine may increase your weight but, modifying your lifestyle by having a healthy diet and exercising regularly can reduce this side effect.

You should be cautious while using this medicine as it may increase the risk of developing diabetes, so it is better to monitor glucose regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts while taking this medicine.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Quticad 50mg Tablet is to be taken on an empty stomach.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Quticad

  • Constipation
  • Dizziness
  • High blood pressure
  • Sleepiness
  • Chubbyigue
  • Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
  • Dyslipidemia
  • Dryness in mouth

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
UNSAFE
Do not drink alcohol while you are taking this medicine. Quticad 50mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness when taken with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Quticad 50mg Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
Breast feeding
CAUTION
Quticad 50mg Tablet should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from the body.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Quticad 50mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited data available on the use of Quticad 50mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Quticad 50mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

FAQs:

What does Quticad 50mg Tablet do to the brain?

Quticad 50mg Tablet helps to correct chemical imbalances in the brain. It acts on various chemical messengers in the brain like dopamine and serotonin. It prevents the excessive activity of dopamine, helping to treat symptoms of schizophrenia and mania.

Is Quticad 50mg Tablet a sleeping pill?

Quticad 50mg Tablet can make you feel sleepy, but it is not used as a sleeping pill. Quticad 50mg Tablet is approved for the treatment of symptoms of schizophrenia. It prevents as well as treats episodes of mania and depression in bipolar disorder. It is also used with other medicines to treat depression.

How long does Quticad 50mg Tablet take to work?

You may start seeing an improvement within a week of starting Quticad 50mg Tablet but full benefits may take about 4-6 weeks to appear.

Is Quticad 50mg Tablet good for anxiety?

Quticad 50mg Tablet has not been approved for the treatment of anxiety; however, your doctor may prescribe it for anxiety. Some studies suggest its use in post-traumatic stress disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, and anxiety associated with mood disorders.

What should I avoid while taking Quticad 50mg Tablet?

Quticad 50mg Tablet can cause drowsiness. So, do not drive, operate machinery or do anything dangerous until you know how Quticad 50mg Tablet affects you. Do not drink alcohol while taking Quticad 50mg Tablet as it may worsen the drowsiness. Avoid getting dehydrated or over-exposure to heat.

Can I stop taking Quticad 50mg Tablet if I am better now?

No, you should not stop taking Quticad 50mg Tablet without consulting your doctor. Suddenly stopping it may cause nausea, vomiting, headache, diarrhea, dizziness, irritability and inability to sleep. If you feel better, consult your doctor who will gradually reduce the dose before completely stopping it.

Can Quticad 50mg Tablet cause weight gain?

Affirmative, weight gain is a common side effect of Quticad 50mg Tablet. If you feel you are gaining weight, consult your doctor or a nutritionist who will suggest you a diet and some exercise to help you manage your weight.

How should Quticad 50mg Tablet be taken?

Take Quticad 50mg Tablet exactly as advised by your doctor. Do not split, chew or crush the tablets. Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Do not take it with food. It is advised to take this medicine for at least one hour before a meal or at bedtime. Do not take grapefruit while taking Quticad 50mg Tablet as it may affect the working of this medicine.

What does Quticad 50mg Tablet do to the brain?

Quticad 50mg Tablet helps to correct chemical imbalances in the brain. It acts on various chemical messengers in the brain like dopamine and serotonin. It prevents the excessive activity of dopamine, helping to treat symptoms of schizophrenia and mania.

Is Quticad 50mg Tablet a sleeping pill?

Quticad 50mg Tablet can make you feel sleepy, but it is not used as a sleeping pill. Quticad 50mg Tablet is approved for the treatment of symptoms of schizophrenia. It prevents as well as treats episodes of mania and depression in bipolar disorder. It is also used with other medicines to treat depression.

How long does Quticad 50mg Tablet take to work?

You may start seeing an improvement within a week of starting Quticad 50mg Tablet but full benefits may take about 4-6 weeks to appear.

Is Quticad 50mg Tablet good for anxiety?

Quticad 50mg Tablet has not been approved for the treatment of anxiety; however, your doctor may prescribe it for anxiety. Some studies suggest its use in post-traumatic stress disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, and anxiety associated with mood disorders.

What should I avoid while taking Quticad 50mg Tablet?

Quticad 50mg Tablet can cause drowsiness. So, do not drive, operate machinery or do anything dangerous until you know how Quticad 50mg Tablet affects you. Do not drink alcohol while taking Quticad 50mg Tablet as it may worsen the drowsiness. Avoid getting dehydrated or over-exposure to heat.

Can I stop taking Quticad 50mg Tablet if I am better now?

No, you should not stop taking Quticad 50mg Tablet without consulting your doctor. Suddenly stopping it may cause nausea, vomiting, headache, diarrhea, dizziness, irritability and inability to sleep. If you feel better, consult your doctor who will gradually reduce the dose before completely stopping it.

Can Quticad 50mg Tablet cause weight gain?

Affirmative, weight gain is a common side effect of Quticad 50mg Tablet. If you feel you are gaining weight, consult your doctor or a nutritionist who will suggest you a diet and some exercise to help you manage your weight.

How should Quticad 50mg Tablet be taken?

Take Quticad 50mg Tablet exactly as advised by your doctor. Do not split, chew or crush the tablets. Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Do not take it with food. It is advised to take this medicine for at least one hour before a meal or at bedtime. Do not take grapefruit while taking Quticad 50mg Tablet as it may affect the working of this medicine.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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