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Q Mind Sr 50mg Tablet
Q Mind Sr 50mg Tablet

Q Mind Sr 50mg Tablet

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Q Mind Sr 50 MG Description

Q Mind SR tablet is a prescription medication. It is an antipsychotic medicine used to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. The active ingredient in Q Mind SR is Quetiapine 50 mg. Schizophreni

a is a disorder that causes an altered perception of reality, affecting how a person feels, thinks, and behaves. 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. Antipsychotic medications primarily decrease this process, thereby providing relief from symptoms. Q Mind SR is a sustained-release tablet that allows for the slower release of active ingredients over an extended period. This helps the effects of the medication last longer. Directions for use of Q Mind SR tablets should be strictly followed. It should be taken exactly as recommended by the doctor. It should not be abruptly started or stopped, as it may cause a relapse of symptoms, withdrawal symptoms, and worsening of the underlying condition. Side effects of Q Mind SR tablet include sleepiness, weight gain, dry mouth, constipation, abdominal pain, dizziness, throat infections, gastric distress, and lethargy.

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Product Summary

Offer Price₹158.54
You Save₹25.81 (14% on MRP)
ContainsQuetiapine(50.0 Mg)
UsesSchizophrenia, Bipolar disorder
Side effectsSleepiness, Weight gain, Dry mouth, Constipation, Abdominal pain, Dizziness, Throat infections, Gastric distress, Lethargy, Abnormal weakness and loss of energy (asthenia), Fall in blood pressure on change in posture (orthostatic hypotension)
TherapyANTI-PSYCHOTICS
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uses

Uses of Q Mind Sr 50 MG

  • Q Mind SR tablets are in the treatment of:
  • Schizophrenia
  • Manic episodes of bipolar I disorder
  • Depression associated with bipolar disorder
contraindications

Contraindications of Q Mind Sr 50 MG

  • Do not take Q Mind SR tablets or use caution:
  • If you have hypersensitivity reactions to any ingredient in the Q Mind SR tablet.
  • If you are an older adult with psychosis associated with degenerative brain conditions, this medicine increases the risk of stroke and death.
  • If you have any underlying cardiovascular diseases; use caution as this medicine increases the risk of an adverse event.
sideEffects

Side effects of Q Mind Sr 50 MG

  • Side effects of Q Mind SR tablets include:
  • Sleepiness
  • Weight gain
  • Dry mouth
  • Constipation
  • Abdominal pain
  • Dizziness
  • Throat infections
  • Gastric distress
  • Lethargy
precautionsAndWarnings

Precautions and Warnings of Q Mind Sr 50 MG

pregnancy

Pregnancy

Q:
Can I take Q Mind SR tablets during pregnancy?
A:
Q Mind SR tablet is considered unsafe during pregnancy. It is a class-C medication in pregnancy. Consult your doctor for more information. Inform your doctor about your pregnancy or intention to conceive.
breastfeeding

Breast Feeding

Q:
Can I take Q Mind SR tablets while breastfeeding?
A:
Q Mind SR tablet is considered unsafe during breastfeeding as it is excreted in breast milk. Consult your doctor for more information.
driving

Driving

Q:
Can I drive if I have taken a Q Mind SR tablet?
A:
Driving and use of heavy machinery while using Q Mind SR tablets are not recommended as this medicine can cause dizziness, agitation, and sedation.
alcohol

Alcohol

Q:
Can I consume alcohol with Q Mind SR tablets?
A:
Consuming alcohol with Q Mind SR tablets can cause serious side effects like seizures, sedation, hallucinations, and coma. It is strictly contraindicated.
otherGeneralWarnings

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
  • You have a history of seizures or take any medicines that decrease seizure potential.
  • You experience sudden changes in mood or worsening of symptoms of schizophrenia.
  • You take other medicines for your health conditions. Some might interact with Q Mind SR tablets and cause debilitating medicine interactions.
  • You have a history of substance abuse. This medication has abuse and misuse potential, and its use should be monitored closely.
  • You have low blood cell counts. This medicine can result in decreased blood cell counts.
modeOfAction

Mode of Action of Q Mind Sr 50 MG

How Does It Work?

Quetiapine in Q Mind SR tablets is an atypical antipsychotic. It acts at multiple, varied receptor levels in the brain to produce its therapeutic effects. The primary action of quetiapine is on the ch...
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directionsForUse

Directions for Use of Q Mind Sr 50 MG

  • Take Q Mind SR tablets exactly as advised by your doctor.
  • Do not exceed the dosage, even if you cannot notice the effects of this medicine.
  • Take Q Mind SR tablets as a whole with a glass of water.
  • Do not break or chew this tablet.
  • Take this medicine with and without food.
  • Take Q Mind SR tablets at the same time every day, so a stable level of the medication is maintained in the body. Do not take Q Mind SR tablets with other medicines without informing your doctor.
  • Do not consume this medicine if its packaging is broken.
  • Do not abruptly stop taking Q Mind SR tablets; this can result in adverse effects from withdrawal.
interactions

Interactions of Q Mind Sr 50 MG

Interactions with other medicines

  • Q Mind SR tablets can interact with many medicines and cause adverse side effects. Concomitant use with the following medications requires dose modification for quetiapine. Inform your doctor about yo...
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  • Enzyme inhibitors like ketoconazole and ritonavir increase the concentration of quetiapine and can increase the side effects of Q Mind SR tablets.
  • Enzyme inducers like phenytoin and rifampin can decrease the amount of this medicine in the blood, thereby reducing its efficacy.
storageAndDisposal

Storage and disposal of Q Mind Sr 50 MG

Store Q Mind SR tablets at room temperature, away from wet surfaces, direct sunlight, and humidity. Keep away from children and pets. Check the expiration date before taking the tablets. Dispose of th...
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dosage

Dosage of Q Mind Sr 50 MG

Overdose

Q Mind SR tablet overdose can cause drowsiness, sedation, increased heart rate, fall in BP, seizures, urinary retention, heart rhythm abnormalities, confusion, delirium, agitation, coma and death. If ...
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Missed a Dose

If you have missed a Q Mind SR tablet dose, try to take it as soon as you remember. If you recall the missed dose when it is almost time for the next one, skip the missed one and continue with your re...
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Content Details

REVIEWED BY
doctor

Dr. Bhavika Shah

MBBS, MD (Dermatology), DNB (Dermatology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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Q: I want to stop taking Q Mind SR tablets. What should I do?

A: Consult your doctor if you wish to stop using Q Mind SR tablets. They will gradually taper the dose and stop it properly. Sudden stoppage of this medication can cause withdrawal effects.

Q: Ever since I started taking Q Mind SR tablets, I have felt tired and weak. Is this normal?

A: Discuss any side effects after use of the medicine with the prescribing doctor. Q Mind SR tablet is known to cause asthenia, the feeling of generalised weakness and loss of energy in users. Your doctor will guide you on managing the side effect.

Q: I am having a severe stomachache after taking Q Mind SR tablets. What should I do?

A: Abdominal pain is a common side effect of Q Mind SR tablets. Make sure you take the tablet in the dose and duration prescribed. In case of any distress, consult your doctor so they can suggest if a dose adjustment is required. Your doctor can also prescribe treatment for pain relief.
Product Details
Brand
Q MIND
Expires on or After
26/07/2024
Last Updated on: 01 Apr 2022 | 10:25 AM (IST)

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