Q Mind 25mg Tablet
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Description
Q Mind is a prescription medication. It is an anti-psychotic medicine used to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. The active component of Q Mind is Quetiapine. Schizophrenia is a disorder whe
re patients have an altered perception of reality, affecting how they feel, think and behave. They can present with hallucinations, delusions, altered perceptions, mood changes, disorderly thinking: all of which can be debilitating. There are certain chemical messengers (neurotransmitters) and pathways in the brain that are thought to produce the symptoms of schizophrenia, two being serotonin and dopamine. Anti-psychotic medications primarily decrease this process, thereby producing relief from symptoms. Q Mind should be taken as recommended by the doctor. Abruptly stopping this medicine can cause worsening of symptoms.
Product Summary
| Offer Price | ₹41.36 |
| You Save | ₹13.79 (25% on MRP) |
| Contains | Quetiapine(25.0 Mg) |
| Uses | Treatment of Schizophrenia and Bipolar disorder |
| Side effects | Sleepiness, Weight gain, Dry mouth, Constipation, Abdominal pain, Dizziness, Throat infections, Gastric distress, Lethargy, Abnormal weakness & loss of energy (asthenia), Fall in BP on change in posture (orthostatic hypotension) |
| Therapy | ANTI-PSYCHOTICS |
Uses
- Schizophrenia
- Manic episodes of Bipolar I disorder
- Depression associated with Bipolar disorder
Contraindications
- If you have hypersensitivity reactions to this medication or its inactive ingredients.
- If you are an elderly patient with psychosis associated with degenerative conditions of the brain.
- If you have underlying cardiovascular diseases, you can be at increased risk of an adverse event.
- This medication can cause a decrease in normal blood cell counts and should be used with caution.
Side effects
- Sleepiness
- Weight gain
- Dry mouth
- Constipation
- Abdominal pain
- Dizziness
- Throat infections
- Gastric distress
- Lethargy
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Q:
Can I take Q Mind during pregnancy?
A:
Q Mind is considered unsafe during pregnancy. Consult your doctor for more information. Speak to your doctor regarding your pregnancy or your intention to conceive.
Breast Feeding
Q:
Can I take Q Mind while breastfeeding?
A:
Q Mind is considered unsafe during breastfeeding as it is excreted in breast milk. Consult your doctor for more information.
Driving
Q:
Can I drive if I have taken Q Mind?
A:
Driving and use of heavy machinery while using this medication are not recommended as they cause dizziness, agitation, and sedation.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol with the Q Mind?
A:
Consuming alcohol with this medication can cause serious side effects like seizures, sedation, hallucinations and coma. It is strictly contraindicated.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You have a history of seizures or are taking any medications that are known to decrease seizure potential.
- You witness any sudden changes in mood or worsening symptoms of schizophrenia.
- You are on any other medications alongside Q Mind to rule out any debilitating medicine interactions.
- This medication has abuse and misuse potential, and should be monitored closely.
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
Quetiapine is an atypical anti-psychotic. It acts at multiple, varied receptor levels in the brain to produce its therapeutic effects. The primary action of Quetiapine is on the chemical messenger Dopamine and Serotonin, both of which are indicated in the brain networks that cause the symptoms of Schizophrenia like delusions, hallucinations and disorderly thinking. In addition, it also acts on specific Nor-epinephrine pathways, which helps in the management of depressive symptoms....
Directions for Use
- Q Mind should be taken as prescribed by the doctor only.
- It’s recommended to take this medication at the same time every day for the best results.
- Swallow Q Mind medication as a whole. Don’t crush, chew or break this tablet.
- Consult your doctor before stopping this medication.
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Enzyme inhibitors like Ketoconazole and Ritonavir increase the concentration of Quetiapine and can increase side effects.
- Enzyme inducers like Phenytoin and Rifampin can decrease medication availability, decreasing its efficacy.
- Concomitant use with these medications requires dose modification for Quetiapine; hence inform your doctor about your treatment history at the time of prescription.
Interactions with food items
- This medication does not have any specific food interactions.
Storage and disposal
Store Q Mind in a cool and dry place away from direct light and moisture. Discard the medicine after the date of expiry. Keep Q Mind tablets away from children and pets. Don’t flush the medication down the toilet. Dispose of it with biomedical waste only....
Dosage
Overdose
Overdose with Quetiapine can cause drowsiness, sedation, increased heart rate, fall in BP, seizures, urinary retention, heart rhythm abnormalities, confusion, delirium, agitation, coma and death. In case of a suspected overdose, take the patient to a tertiary care centre for further evaluation and treatment....
Missed a Dose
If you miss a dose of the Q Mind tablet, take it as soon as possible. If it’s almost time for the next dosage, it’s recommended to skip the missed dose and return to the regular schedule. Don’t double the dose of the tablet....
Content Details
WRITTEN BY
REVIEWED BY
Dr. Bhavika Shah
MBBS, MD (Dermatology), DNB (Dermatology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: I want to stop taking Q Mind. What should I do?
A: To stop taking Q Mind, consult your doctor. They will gradually taper the dosage and stop it appropriately. Sudden stoppage of Q Mind medication can cause withdrawal side effects.
Q: Since I started taking Q Mind I feel more generally tired and weak. Is this normal?
A: Discuss any side effects after using the medicine with the prescribing doctor. Q Mind is known to cause asthenia, which is the feeling of generalised weakness and energy loss in users. Your doctor will guide you about how to manage side effects.
Q: I am getting severe stomach ache after taking Q Mind. What do I do?
A: Abdominal pain is a common side effect after using Q Mind. It could even be due to constipation. In case of any distress, consult your doctor to know if any dose adjustment or treatment for pain relief is required.
References
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- SEROQUEL® (quetiapine fumarate) tablets, for oral use.
- Quetiapine 25 mg film-coated tablets - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc).
- Maan JS, Ershadi M, Khan I, et al. Quetiapine. [Updated 2021 Sep 12]. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2022 Jan-. Available from:
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