About Joswe Quzal 200mg Tablets
Atypical antipsychotic
Used for
- Schizophrenia
- Manic episodes in bipolar disorder
- Depressive episodes in bipolar disorder
Usual adult dose
Schizophrenia: 300–800 mg daily; bipolar mania: 400–800 mg daily, divided. Bipolar depression: 300 mg nightly. Doses increase gradually.
Usual dose in children
Schizophrenia, ages 13–17: 400–800 mg daily. Bipolar mania, ages 10–17: 400–600 mg daily. Divided doses, increased gradually.
Common side effects
- Sleepiness and dizziness
- Dry mouth and constipation
- Weight gain
- Increased blood sugar and cholesterol
Important warnings
- Increased death risk in older adults with dementia-related psychosis
- May cause suicidal thoughts, especially in younger people
- Rare severe fever, muscle stiffness, or involuntary movements
- May cause low blood pressure and heart rhythm problems
Pregnancy
Use during pregnancy requires weighing benefits and risks. Late-pregnancy exposure may cause newborn movement problems or withdrawal symptoms.
Breastfeeding
Small amounts enter breast milk. Breastfed infants should be monitored for excessive sleepiness, feeding difficulties, and adequate growth.
Interactions
- Alcohol, opioids, and sedatives increase sleepiness
- Clarithromycin, ketoconazole, and ritonavir increase quetiapine levels
- Carbamazepine, phenytoin, and rifampicin reduce quetiapine levels
- Heart rhythm medicines may increase abnormal heartbeat risk
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.