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I cannot answer for everyone, but it helps with my depression. I was diagnosed with severe clinical depression. In an effort to avoid hospitalization, I was prescribed Effexor XR for the depression and Lunesta for the related insomnia. After two days the Lunesta did not work and the antidepressant was not helping either. My psychiatrist increased the Effexor and put me on Seroquel (as a "mood stablizer"), it has been the perfect conbination. I currently take 225mg of Effexor XR & 300mg of Seroquel.
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∙ 9y agoNot technically. Seroquel (quetiapine) is an atypical antipsychotic used to treat schizophrenia and Bipolar disorder.
It acts as a serotonin, dopamine, and adrenergic receptor antagonist, meaning that the drug will compete with endogenous neurotransmitters for binding sites. However, some competition is for autoreceptors on the presynaptic terminal which could lead to an increase in release of serotonin and norepinephrine, depending on the type of autoreceptor. At this juncture, it is not clear how synaptic levels of serotonin and norepinephrine are affected when compared to baseline. Additionally, quetiapine is converted into a psychoactive metabolite, norquetiapine. This metabolite acts as a strong norepinephrine and serotonin reuptake inhibitor. These properties are associated with antidepressant effects.
For the treatment of major depressive disorder, seroquel could potentially be used, but would not be indicated or recommended as a first line of treatment.
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Will Seroquel decrease your appetite?
I used to be 190 before I took Seroquel and now I weigh a whooping 240, seroquel is definitly the cause... depression doesn't help either.
Your doctor prescribed Seroquel for you to help you with withdrawal symptoms from prescription drug abuse Why?
depression and sleep disorders
What is Celexa and seroquel in a combination used to treat?
celexa and seroquel are probably treated for depression and insomnia. Celexa is aused with many people with PTSD, used to help with anxiety and depression, and if your doctor feels the need to not give you ambien for whatever reason, he might proscribe trazadone or seroquel for sleep. That's what i got it for :) although i find celexa doesnt really work for me
Can seroquel help you quit drugs?
Can taking seroquel help with xanax withdrawal?
Is seroquel safe to take with steroids?
No it is an anti phycotic used to treat depression, schizoprhenia and paranoia
Which medicine is stronger vicodin or seroquel?
Vicodin and Seroquel are both extremely strong, addictive medicines. Other than for treating depression, their usage is very different and difficult to compare.
Will taking Zoloft and Seroquel together help relieve anxiety attacks?
yes it has helped me a lot I am taking 50mg of Zoloft and 500 mg of seroquel haven't had a panic attack or depression since I have been on the 2 but you should know that it may be different for everybody nobody's body works the same
I have anxiety ADHD and depression and I believe my ADHD and depression are byproducts of my anxiety and I am taking an SSRI that does not help me at all Would Alprazolam be more effective?
You need to speak to your pyschiatrist. Maybe seroquel would help - it is fast acting. Therre are many SSRI's,so you may need to switch to another one that is effective.
Do mood stabilizers have antidepressants in them?
No, but some mood stabilizers have antidepressant properties. Research indicates lithium, Seroquel®, and Zyprexa® may help lift depression when used alone or in combination with an antidepressant.
Should you take Seroquel 50 to help you fall asleep?
No, it won't help you sleep.
Is serquel an opiate?
SEROQUEL is an atypical antipsychotic, used for bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia mainly. it is not an opiate or a Barbituate. but, it can act like a barbituate due to the sedation effects of seroquel. It doesnt really show up on drug tests either..but clonazapam and other antidepressants do show up.
What side effects Coming off seroquel after 5 months without medical advice?
As a rule of thumb, drug withdrawal precipitates extremes of whatever the drug was meant to help in the first place. (Rebound effect) Symptoms of Seroquel withdrawal include nausea, insomnia, or symptoms of schizophrenia or manic depression. Withdrawal should be closely monitored by a physician, who can prescribe temporary medication to help alleviate the withdrawal syndrome.
