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Composition :

QUETIAPINE-100MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

La Renon Healthcare Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

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About Quetigress 100 mg Tablet

Quetigress 100 mg Tablet belongs to a group of medications called ‘antipsychotics’. It is used in the treatment of bipolar depression, mania and schizophrenia. Bipolar disorder is characterized by manic episodes of excitement or euphoria and depression. Schizophrenia is characterized by symptoms of hallucinations (seeing or hearing things that are not real) and delusions (wrong beliefs).

Quetigress 100 mg Tablet contains ‘quetiapine’, which is an antipsychotic drug. It acts by blocking dopamine, a hormone in the brain responsible for developing symptoms of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Quetigress 100 mg Tablet  also affects other neurotransmitters in the brain, such as serotonin, and its beneficial effects may also be related to this. Altogether  Quetigress 100 mg Tablet  rebalances dopamine and serotonin to improve thinking, mood and behaviour.

Quetigress 100 mg Tablet should be taken as prescribed by the doctor. Common side-effects of Quetigress 100 mg Tablet are dizziness, drowsiness, headache, dry mouth, abnormal muscle movements such as difficulty moving muscles, tremors and muscle stiffness,  change in cholesterol levels, weight gain, and decrease in haemoglobin (protein in blood that carries oxygen) levels. Additionally, in children and adolescents, swelling of breasts in boys and girls and production of breast milk (due to an increase in prolactin hormone (helps in producing breast milk)) and irregular menstruation can be seen. Please do not stop taking Quetigress 100 mg Tablet without your doctor’s advice, as it may lead to withdrawal symptoms.

Do not take Quetigress 100 mg Tablet if you are allergic to quetiapine or any other ingredients present in it. Before taking Quetigress 100 mg Tablet , inform your doctor if you have problems associated with the liver, kidney or heart. Also, inform your doctor if you have any sleeping difficulties. It is not recommended for use in children under 18 years of age. Tell your doctor immediately if you develop suicidal thoughts, or your depression worsens after taking Quetigress 100 mg Tablet . Quetigress 100 mg Tablet contains lactose, so it should not be given to people who are intolerant to some sugars. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Uses of Quetigress 100 mg Tablet

Bipolar depression, mania, schizophrenia

Directions for Use

Tablet: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.Oral Suspension/syrup: Shake the bottle well before each use. Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper.

Medicinal Benefits

Quetigress 100 mg Tablet contains ‘quetiapine’ that belongs to the class of antipsychotics. It works by blocking the dopamine receptors preventing the excessive activity of dopamine. Dopamine is a ‘feel-good hormone’ that promotes happiness, excitement and pleasure. It alters brain function, improving mood, thinking ability and social behaviour. It reduces the development of symptoms in patients with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder or other mood disorders. Quetigress 100 mg Tablet  also has effects on other neurotransmitters in the brain, such as serotonin, and its beneficial effects may also be related to this. Altogether  Quetigress 100 mg Tablet  rebalances dopamine and serotonin to improve thinking, mood and behaviour.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Do not take Quetigress 100 mg Tablet if you are allergic to quetiapine or any ingredients present in it. Before taking Quetigress 100 mg Tablet , inform your doctor if you have low blood pressure, stroke, liver problems, seizures, diabetes, dementia (memory loss), alcohol or drug abuse, sleep apnea (a sleep disorder) and urinary retention. Quetigress 100 mg Tablet contains lactose, so it should not be given to people with lactose intolerance. Do not abruptly stop taking the medication as it may cause withdrawal symptoms, especially suicidal thoughts in young adults.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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QuetiapineZiprasidone
Critical
QuetiapineMetoclopramide
Critical

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QuetiapineZiprasidone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Quetigress 100 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Quetigress 100 mg Tablet with Ziprasidone can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Quetigress 100 mg Tablet with Ziprasidone together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
QuetiapineMetoclopramide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Quetigress 100 mg Tablet:
Coadministration of metoclopramide with Quetigress 100 mg Tablet can increase the risk of side effects like uncontrolled movement disorder.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Metoclopramide with Quetigress 100 mg Tablet is generally avoided as it can possibly result in an interaction. They can be taken together if advised by your doctor. However, contact a doctor if you experience any symptoms like muscle spasms or movements that you can't stop or control, such as lip smacking, chewing, teeth clenching, jaw twitching, blinking, eye-rolling, shaking or jerking of arms and legs, tremor, restlessness, pacing, and foot tapping. Do not stop taking any medications without consulting a doctor.
QuetiapineHydroxychloroquine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Quetigress 100 mg Tablet:
Coadministration of Quetigress 100 mg Tablet and hydroxychloroquine can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Quetigress 100 mg Tablet and hydroxychloroquine can lead to an interaction; it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or shortness of breath, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
QuetiapinePentazocine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Quetigress 100 mg Tablet:
Taking Quetigress 100 mg Tablet with Pentazocine can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Pentazocine and Quetigress 100 mg Tablet, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience dizziness, drowsiness, difficulty concentrating, and impairment in judgment contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
QuetiapineArsenic trioxide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Quetigress 100 mg Tablet:
Coadministration of Quetigress 100 mg Tablet with arsenic trioxide can increase the risk of abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Arsenic trioxide with Quetigress 100 mg Tablet can possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
QuetiapineMifepristone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Quetigress 100 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Quetigress 100 mg Tablet with mifepristone can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Quetigress 100 mg Tablet with mifepristone together is avoided as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or irregular heartbeat. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
QuetiapineMoxifloxacin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Quetigress 100 mg Tablet:
Using moxifloxacin together with Quetigress 100 mg Tablet can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Quetigress 100 mg Tablet and Moxifloxacin together can evidently cause an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
QuetiapinePrimidone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Quetigress 100 mg Tablet:
Coadministration of Quetigress 100 mg Tablet and primidone can decrease the blood levels of Quetigress 100 mg Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Primidone and Quetigress 100 mg Tablet together can evidently cause an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
QuetiapinePosaconazole
Severe
How does the drug interact with Quetigress 100 mg Tablet:
Taking Quetigress 100 mg Tablet and posaconazole together can increase the blood levels and effects of Quetigress 100 mg Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although using posaconazole and Quetigress 100 mg Tablet together can result in an interaction, they can be taken together if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience dizziness, sleepiness, dry mouth, constipation, increased hunger, or weight gain, contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to a doctor.
QuetiapineClarithromycin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Quetigress 100 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of clarithromycin with Quetigress 100 mg Tablet may increase the blood levels and effects of Quetigress 100 mg Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, clarithromycin can be taken with Quetigress 100 mg Tablet if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or fast or pounding heartbeats during treatment with these medications. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Do not take grapefruit or grapefruit juice while using Quetigress 100 mg Tablet as it may alter the effects of the medicine.
  • Avoid intense exercise as it is harder for the body to cool down when it gets very hot. So, drink plenty of fluids and avoid going out in hot weather.
  • Do not take alcohol as it increases drowsiness and also worsens the disease condition. 
  • Eat healthily and keep a check on your weight regularly.

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Therapeutic Class

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FAQs

Quetigress 100 mg Tablet contains 'quetiapine' that works by blocking dopamine receptors in the brain. By inhibiting the synthesis of the dopamine hormone, there will be a decrease in the occurrence of symptoms in patients with schizophrenia and bipolar depression. Quetigress 100 mg Tablet  also has effects on other neurotransmitters in the brain, such as serotonin, and its beneficial effects may also be related to this. Altogether Quetigress 100 mg Tablet  rebalances dopamine and serotonin to improve thinking, mood and behaviour.

Quetigress 100 mg Tablet increases blood pressure. So, it is advisable to monitor your blood pressure while taking Quetigress 100 mg Tablet frequently.

Quetigress 100 mg Tablet may cause dizziness and may increase the risk of falls. So, stand up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.

Quetigress 100 mg Tablet should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Quetigress 100 mg Tablet as it causes drowsiness.

The long-term use of Quetigress 100 mg Tablet may cause potential side effects such as tardive dyskinesia (uncontrolled movements of arms and legs), increased blood sugar, vision impairment, and weight gain. However, if the benefits outweigh the risks, your doctor prescribes Quetigress 100 mg Tablet for a prolonged period.

Quetigress 100 mg Tablet is not recommended for use in children and adolescents under the age of 18 years. In children, it may cause potential side effects such as swelling of breasts in boys and girls, irregular periods and weight gain.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

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Special Advise

  • Quetigress 100 mg Tablet may increase blood sugar levels even if you don't have diabetes, especially in patients with schizophrenia. So, it is recommended to immediately inform your doctor if you have symptoms such as increased thirst, frequent urination, fatigue or increased appetite.
  • If you are having a urine drug screen (an analysis to determine the presence of illegal drugs or drugs that are mostly abused, such as methadone or tricyclic antidepressants in the blood), the test results may show positive when certain test methods are used. A more specific test may be required in such cases.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Schizophrenia: Schizophrenia (psychosis) is a mental illness in which the processing of brain information is affected. Symptoms include hallucinations (seeing or hearing unreal things), delusions (false beliefs) and become withdrawal from society. They lose the ability to differentiate reality from false beliefs.

Bipolar disorder: Bipolar disorder or manic depression: Patients with bipolar disorders have mood swings ranging from manic episodes of heightened excitement to severe depression. Bipolar disorder may occur due to genetic factors, alcohol or drug abuse and mental trauma.

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