Seroquel-I have heard with this drug it is very dangerous? I am currently taking it. What Should I ask my Dr?
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This is a very safe and effective drug. What your friend is referring to is any number of lawyers' websites that deal in pharmecutical malpractice. It is unlikely that you are experiencing anything that would require you to call that number. And if you are experiencing something that is bothering you, the best person to call first is your doctor.\n  This drug is most dangerous in the elderly. Tardive diskinesia is a very very rare side effect that involves involuntary muscle movement.\n\nThings to ask about:\nWhat are the most common side effects of this drug?\nPlease tell me what Tardive diskinesia is and what to look for.
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First let me say that DODA is wrong about maina.  Those with bipolar II cycle between depression and hypo-mania.  Perhaps DODA will check the link below. We are all learning, that's the reson we are here asking and answering..\n\nhttp://www.webmd.com/drugs/mono-9095-PAROXETINE+-+ORAL.aspx?drugid=6969&drugname=Paroxetine+HCl+Oral\n\nI am bipolar II and also would rapid cycle.  I am currently taking 100mg Seroquel 20-30 minutes before bed time.  This is an anti-psychotic.  It stabilizes my mood and helps me sleep at night.  I'm also taking 20mg Paroxetine (Paxil) each morning.  Paroxetine is a SSRI antidepressant.\n\nThis combination has been working well for me for about 4 months now.  What a relief!  I do plan to as my doctor about reducing the Seroquel because it does make me feel fatigued for half the next day at this dose.\n\nOne secret to tell you about.  The cost between say a 50mg bottle and a 100mg bottle of any medication is very small.  Ask your doctor to prescribe a dose double what you need, then buy a pill cutter and cut them in half.  I you pay for your prescriptions you will pay a few dollars more when you refill, but you get twice the medication.  I pay $40 for my Seroquel since I have insurance. So I pay $40 every 2 months instead of $40 every month.  Some doctors will do this, some won't.  Also not all pills can be cut, especially controlled release, or coated tablets.\n\nCheck out the links below for loads of information.  You may contact me if you need more info or just want to talk.\n\nSincerely,\nTerry\n\nMY MISTAKE\nAFTER CAREFUL CONSIDERATION DODA WAS NOT WRONG. HYPOMAINA IS A MOOD LEVEL ELEVATED ABOVE THAT OF "NORMAL", THOUGH IT IS NOT AS SEVERE AS FULL BLOWN MANIA.
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Well first of all it happens as a side effect of the medications you take. My bf has schizo-affective disorder and a year ago he was on seroquel together with abilify, but i remember that seroquel made him sooooo sleepy, he was doped all the time, he could sleep any time in the day and night, it was horrible. If he wasn't getting enough sleep (what meant 13 hours per day) he was very cranky! Your side effects could be because of the seroquel too, but any hard medications makes a person feel like that. He is off seroquel and only on abilify now, but he is still a sleepyhead, not as he used to be (thank god) but still is a bit. Try talking to your psychiatrist about the problem of sleepiness, and maybe she/he reduces some of the meds that cause it. I guess there is no other way, since being doped is stronger then any wish to stay awake. However, don't try messing around the dosage or cutting any meds on your own! Please go to the doc and let him decide for the best! Good luck!
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You need to get a doctor's prescription for this and he can tell you what the correct dosage is.\n\nDo you know what this medication is really for?\n\nThis is actually a medication used to treat blood disorders and to detoxify the liver. Dermatologists use it for its main side effect which is whitening of the skin, but conclusive tests have not yet been done on this medication. This means that it is still under investigation as to whether or not it can cause serious and/or permanent damage to organs other than your skin.\n\nI would seek a dermatologists recommendation. You do not want to put this in your body at the incorrect amount
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That is very touchy. you might want to ask your doctor for some advice on that one as to what is safe to take and what is not safe to take.
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Phentermine can be dangerous as hell! Talk to a doctor (a good one for christ sake) before you get yourself into that.  Good Luck!  Ciao!\n-C
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this is what i found on webmd.. for the medication.  I am not sure if this is what your looking for.\n\nConstipation, drowsiness, dizziness, headache, stomach pain/upset, tiredness, weight gain, or dry mouth may occur. If any of these side effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor.\n\nRemember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.\n\nTell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: fainting, unusually fast/irregular heartbeat, signs of infection (e.g., fever, persistent sore throat), mental/mood changes (e.g., increased anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts), difficulty swallowing, weakness.\n\nTell your doctor immediately if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur: seizures, vision changes.\n\nQuetiapine may rarely cause a condition known as tardive dyskinesia. In some cases, this condition may be permanent. Tell your doctor immediately if you develop any unusual/uncontrolled movements (especially of the face, lips, mouth, tongue, arms or legs).\n\nFor males, in the very unlikely event you have a painful or prolonged erection (lasting more than 4 hours), stop using this drug and seek immediate medical attention, or permanent problems could occur.\n\nThis drug may infrequently cause a serious (rarely fatal) nervous system disorder (neuroleptic malignant syndrome). Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any of the following rare but very serious side effects: muscle stiffness, high fever, increased sweating, fast heartbeat, mental/mood changes, change in the amount of urine.\n\nA very serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction may include: rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble breathing.\n\nIf you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.\nSeroquel Oral\nBack to Drug Overview\nFda Alert from WebMD Medical News\n\nWarning on Drugs for Elderly Behavioral Issues\nDoes this medication have side effects?\n\nThe following side effects are associated with Seroquel Oral:\n\nCommon side effects:\nBlood Pressure Drop Upon Standing Less Severe \nDry Mouth Less Severe \nIndigestion Less Severe \nIncomplete or Infrequent Bowel Movements Less Severe \nDrowsiness Less Severe \nDizzy Less Severe \nWeight Gain Less Severe \n\n\nInfrequent side effects:\nParkinson Symptoms Severe \nMuscle Pain Severe \nFever Severe \nChills Severe \nRash Severe \nFluid Retention in the Legs, Feet, Arms or Hands Severe \nDifficulty Speaking Severe \nTrouble Breathing Severe \nDecreased White Blood Cells Severe \nProblems with Eyesight Less Severe \nThroat Irritation Less Severe \nInflammation of the Nose Less Severe \nAbnormal Increase in Muscle Tone Less Severe \nExcessive Sweating Less Severe \nLoss of Appetite Less Severe \nHead Pain Less Severe \nFast Heartbeat Less Severe \nHeart Throbbing or Pounding Less Severe \nStomach Cramps Less Severe \nFeeling Weak Less Severe \n\n\nRare side effects:\nNeuroleptic Malignant Syndrome Severe \nCataracts Severe \nProlonged Q-T Interval on EKG Severe \nAbnormally Low Blood Pressure Severe \nDischarge of Milk in Men or Women when Not Breastfeeding Severe \nProblem with Periods Severe \nSeizures Severe \nHigh Blood Sugar Severe \nUnderactive Thyroid Severe \nDiabetic Ketoacidosis Severe \nDiabetes
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tough one. Best advice I have seen on the board.  So far  have his Dr adjust the meds its not working like it should.
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I also have been on it for 3 years and tried to stop. I had horrible vertigo, vomiting, direareha. Don't even try to stop it yourself! I couldn't stop and am still taking it.Good luck
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IF you want to know about tranquilizers have a look at wikipedia, there they name some of them, otherwise ask your practitioner for advice and research tips.\n\nI wouldn't dare to give this information via an open Forum, as I am always suspicious if the real reason was mentioned.
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If you are taking these medications, and found assistance for Lexapro, I'm surprised you don't have one for Seroquel.  Your doctor should have been able to help you there.  One, your doctor might be able to give you some sample packets.  Two, I receive assistance (for Seroquel) from a company called AstraZeneca.  I had to fill out some papers  to "qualify", but I don't have to pay for the Rx.  Blasted drug companies!!  It's all so expensive.  Ask your doc. or check this company on line.
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My son has been taking it for about two years now and it has changed his life (and mine)! But your doctor would know best what would suit your needs best
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I would want it released, because it can help 99% of sufferers, but I would want a "black box" warning to be attached, qualifying this risk.\nThere are many medications out now that have a known risk of causing severe reactions, including death.  I wouldn't use it as first-line therapy; instead, I would use it as a last resort, if the patient fails other standard therapy regimens.\nThe final decision should lie in the hands of the patient and their educated physician.  How old is the patient?  How severe is there disease?  What is the end goal?  \nThere would have to be more sufficient data about the warning signs of the fatal reaction (might we be able to possibly stop the medication in time?  how soon does the reaction occur?).\nI wouldn't be anxious to prescribe it until it was on the market for several years, and I had a chance to review the data on it.
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No one should seek advice on Yahoo Answers as to what medication they should or should not be taking for a particular condition.  If you are not comfortable with what your gyn has told you, get a second opinion.
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no,do not take more than perscribed it could be dangerous...\nthat type of drug is in the same family as the one that you were prescibed the first time.if it isnt working for you ,return back to your doctor,tell/him/her what you are telling us.
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seroquel although a new anti psychotic, made me feel like a zombie. I have been through so many diagnosis's over the past several months and low and behold I am no longer bi-polar 2!  Coming off it was a relief, I do however miss the sleep. While hospitalized they forgot to give it to me for a week and strangely enough the effects were minor.  Ask your doctor for a sleep med if only for a short term to get yourself back on track. The new ones are great but expensive and better yet non addictive... but then again they said effexor wasn't either.  Get some sleep meds.
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DO NOT TAKE DEPAKOTE!!! Depakote is poison, it destroyed my body and my quality of life!!!