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No, Seroquel is not a sleep aid. However, some people who take it report that it makes them sleep soundly.

AnswerNo, it's not actually licensed to prescribe for a sleep aid. It is proven to be more sedating in low dose though. For most, not all it's 200mg and lower.

-I was specifically prescribed seroquel for use as a sleeping aid. Whether or not the FDA labels it as such I am not certain. This is common practice amongst medical professionals.

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Although Seroquel® (quetiapine fumarate) is not FDA-approved for sleep disorders or anxiety, many physicians prescribe low doses of the drug, off-label, to treat those conditions. Clinical studies and empirical data indicate Seroquel® is an effective, non-addictive alternative to medications specifically formulated for insomnia.

Seroquel® may be used longterm for chronic insomnia in some people.

Be aware that it is perfectly legal and legitimate for a doctor to prescribe medication for use in disorders other than those indicated by the FDA.

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It is known to have a sedating effect on some patients but is not prescribed for that purpose alone.

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Conversely, Abilify®, an antipsychotic medication used primarily to treat schizophrenia and Bipolar disorder, has the opposite effect on many people, causing difficulty sleeping and disrupting circadian rhythms.

Sometimes people mistake Abilify® for Ambien®, a prescription sleep aid intended to treat patients with insomnia.

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Yes, it is wonderful for sleep. I have tried every drug imaginable; including temazepam, ambiem, and lunesta. This is the only medication that has worked. 50mg is plenty!

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