# Quetiapine Fumarate (Seroquel)

Source: https://ourhealthnetwork.com/drugs/quetiapine-fumarate
Data: FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA, refreshed periodically

## What is Quetiapine Fumarate?

Quetiapine Fumarate (brand name: Seroquel) is an atypical antipsychotic. It is prescribed to treat autistic disorder, major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder. Across the United States, 141,000 doctors prescribe Quetiapine to approximately 1.1 million Medicare patients, making it one of the 50 most prescribed drugs in America.

## Brand names

Seroquel

## Indications

Quetiapine Fumarate is prescribed for several conditions including autistic disorder, major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, among others.

## Conditions treated

- [Autistic Disorder](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/autistic-disorder)
- [Major Depressive Disorder](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/major-depressive-disorder)
- [Bipolar Disorder](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/bipolar-disorder)
- [Psychotic Disorders](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/psychotic-disorders)
- [Schizophrenia](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/schizophrenia)

## Mechanism of action

The mechanism of action of quetiapine in the listed indications is unclear. However, the efficacy of quetiapine in these indications could be mediated through a combination of dopamine type 2 (D 2 ) and serotonin type 2 (5HT 2 ) antagonism.

## Drug classification

- Established Pharmacologic Class: Atypical Antipsychotic
- Route of administration: ORAL

## Common side effects

drowsiness, dizziness, dry mouth, constipation, weight gain, fatigue

## Sources and disclaimers

- FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA dataset
- This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.

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