Qutan Sr 400mg Tablets
Qutan Sr 400 MG Description
Qutan Sr 400 mg tablet is a prescription medication mainly used to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder (manic depression). Schizophrenia is a psychotic disorder characterised by episodes of hall
ucinations, delusions, and extremely disordered thinking and behaviour. Bipolar disorder causes extreme mood swings with emotional highs (mania or hypomania) and lows (depression). The active ingredient in Qutan Sr 400 mg tablet is Quetiapine. It works by stabilising the levels of certain chemical messengers that help manage mood, thoughts, and behaviour. Directions for use of Qutan Sr 400 mg should be strictly followed. This medicine should not be taken without consulting a doctor as there are many side effects associated with this medicine. Sudden stoppage of Qutan Sr 400 mg tablets can cause clinical worsening of the user's condition or may lead to withdrawal-like symptoms. Some side effects of Qutan Sr 400 mg tablets include dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth, constipation, and abdominal pain.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹429.00 |
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Contains | Quetiapine(400.0 Mg) |
Uses | Schizophrenia, Bipolar disorder |
Side effects | Dizziness, Drowsiness, Dry mouth, Constipation, Abdominal pain, Weight gain, Lethargy |
Therapy | ANTI-PSYCHOTICS |
Uses of Qutan Sr 400 MG
- As per CDSCO or USFDA, Qutan Sr 400 mg tablet is used for the treatment of:
- Schizophrenia
- Mania in bipolar disorder
Contraindications of Qutan Sr 400 MG
- Do not take Qutan Se 400 mg tablets or use caution:
- If you are allergic to Quetiapine, a component of Qutan Sr 400 mg tablet
- If you have been diagnosed with dementia (memory loss)
- If the affected individual is in a coma state.
- If you have acute angle glaucoma (a condition that increases the fluid pressure in the eyes)
- If you have severe central nervous system depression (reduces the functionality of breathing)
- If you have neuroleptic malignant syndrome (a neuromuscular disorder)
- If you take anti-Parkinson's medications.
- If you have a history of stroke or are at high risk of having a stroke.
- If you have diabetes.
- If you have prostate or bladder problems.
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Side effects of Qutan Sr 400 MG
- Side effects of Qutan Sr 400 mg tablet include:
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Dry mouth
- Constipation
- Abdominal pain
- Weight gain
- Lethargy
Precautions and Warnings of Qutan Sr 400 MG
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have an allergic reaction to Qutan Sr 400 mg tablets.
- You have self-harming thoughts or engage in suicidal ideation.
- You experience severe persistent side effects.
- Your symptoms do not resolve, or there is a worsening of your condition.
- You are an older adult over 65 years of age.
- You have a history of mild or severe liver and kidney disease. This medicine may need a dose adjustment.
- You are pregnant or planning to conceive during the course of treatment.
- You use any herbal or Ayurvedic medicines, vitamins, and other health supplements.
Mode of Action of Qutan Sr 400 MG
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Qutan Sr 400 MG
- Take Qutan Sr 400 mg tablet as prescribed by the doctor.
- Take this medicine with or without food or as prescribed by the doctor.
- Take this medicine on a regular schedule, preferably at the same time every day.
- Consume the whole tablet orally with a glass of water. Do not crush/break the tablet or chew this medicine.
- Do not take this tablet with other medication without consulting your doctor.
- Do not abruptly stop taking this medication, as it may lead to withdrawal symptoms.
- Do not exceed the dosage without consulting the doctor.
Interactions of Qutan Sr 400 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Qutan Sr 400 mg tablets can interact with prescription and non-prescription medications, herbal products, and nutritional supplements and cause adverse side effects. It is advised to inform the doctor of all medication being taken to be checked for possible interaction issues. The following medicines are known to interact with Qutan Sr 400 mg tablets....
- Interaction with anxiety medicines such as diazepam, clonazepam, chlordiazepoxide, alprazolam, and lorazepam may lead to extreme sedation and drowsiness.
- Interaction with blood-pressure-lowering medicine such as amlodipine, lisinopril, losartan, or metoprolol may lead to low blood pressure.
- Interaction with anti-Parkinson's medicines, such as levodopa, can reduce the effect of Qutan Sr 400 mg tablets.
- Interaction with antidepressants like clomipramine, desipramine, imipramine, amitriptyline, amoxapine, etc.; monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) like isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue, selegiline, rasagiline; antihistamines (allergy medicines); painkillers like such as morphine, oxycodone, fentanyl, hydrocodone, tramadol, codeine; and sleeping pills can lead to severe adverse effects....
Interactions with food items
- Avoid having grapefruit juice while on treatment with Qutan Sr 400 mg tablet.
Storage and disposal of Qutan Sr 400 MG
Dosage of Qutan Sr 400 MG
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details
Dr. Zishan Ahmad
MBBS, MD
Dr. Vijay Y
MBBS, MD in Clinical Pharmacology
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Will regular use of Qutan Sr 400 mg tablets cause weight gain?
Q: Are Qutan Sr 400 mg tablets safe to use for the long term?
Q: Can I discontinue using Qutan Sr 400 mg tablets once I see an improvement in my psychotic symptoms?
References
- New Drugs Approved by CDSCO [Internet]. 2022 [cited 8 March 2022]
- Drugs H. Quetiapine: MedlinePlus Drug Information [Internet]. medlineplus.gov. 2022 [cited 8 March 2022]
- Quetiapine 25 mg film-coated tablets: Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 8 March 2022]
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