Realiquel 25. 100. 150. 200 And 300 25mg. 100mg. 150mg. 200mg and 300mg FC tablets
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 5 October 2020
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Treatment of schizophrenia and manic episodes associated with bipolar disorder.
Dosage (summary)
Adults: Start at 50 mg, titrate to 300-450 mg/day; Elderly: Start at 25 mg, titrate cautiously.
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Renal impairment
- Hepatic impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Contraindicated in pregnancy and lactation; safety not established.
Key Drug Interactions
- CYP3A4 inhibitors
- CYP3A4 inducers
- CNS depressants
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to quetiapine
- Severe liver/renal impairment
- Children and adolescents
Common side effects
- Somnolence
- Dizziness
- Weight gain
- Extrapyramidal symptoms
Counselling Points
- Monitor for suicidal thoughts
- Avoid alcohol
- Caution with driving
- Report signs of infection
Serious warnings
- Risk of suicide
- Metabolic changes
- QT prolongation
- Neuroleptic malignant syndrome
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