it's an antipsychotic, it makes you get sleepy and maybe too tired to be crazy. it definitely puts your sleep cycle back in order which is crucial for stopping a manic episode.
Seroqual can be use to help with anxiety. There are a few others that can be used for a anxiety too.
There are a few different symptoms of a true manic episode. Three criterion used to help diagnose this type of episode could be increased energy and little need for sleep, being easily distracted, and abnormally high levels of self-esteem.
Can taking seroquel help with xanax withdrawal?
Seroquel is an atypical antipsychotic. It is used for the management if manic symptoms in bipolar patients and is also used in schizophrenia. Lamictal is an antiepileptic, that has an off label use as a mood stabilizer in bipolar disorder. Seroquel XL is the long acting form of the drug that has an enteric coating to help the drug be released slowly throughout a 24 hour period. There are immediate release tablets available also.
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.
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.
No, it won't help you sleep.
The effectiveness of Lamictal (lamotrigine) versus Seroquel (quetiapine) for treating bipolar disorder can vary based on individual patient needs and symptoms. Lamictal is primarily used for mood stabilization and is effective in preventing depressive episodes, while Seroquel is an atypical antipsychotic that can help manage both manic and depressive episodes. The choice between the two often depends on the specific type of bipolar disorder, patient history, and potential side effects. Consulting with a healthcare provider is crucial to determine the best treatment option.
AnswerStrattera is an ADHD med. Seroquel may possibly be used to treat hyperactivity but using it on children is highly questionable. Seroquel in high doses is used to treat psychosis and manic episodes. Low doses of Seroquel have been used on adults to treat anxiety and as a sleep aid.
i have been on seroquel for years and the only side effect is it doesnt help me sleep anymore at 800mg
Seroquel
Sometimes but more often it is a disaster.