Q-Pin SR 50 Tablet

Active Ingredient: Quetiapine (50mg sustained-release)
Therapeutic Class: Atypical Antipsychotic

Uses

• Treatment of schizophrenia (restores brain chemical balance, improves thinking/behavior).

• Management of mania (stabilizes mood, prevents recurrence).

• Bipolar disorder (as part of combination therapy).

Dosage & Administration

• Form: Sustained-release tablet (do not crush/chew).

• Timing: Once daily, with/without food (fixed time recommended).

• Missed Dose: Take ASAP; skip if close to next dose. Do not double dose.

Key Benefits

• Improves social functioning and daily activities in schizophrenia.

• Calms mood swings in mania.

Side Effects

• Common: Weight gain, drowsiness, dizziness, dry mouth, constipation, increased appetite, orthostatic hypotension (stand slowly).

• Metabolic: Dyslipidemia, ↑triglycerides, ↓cholesterol, risk of diabetes (monitor glucose).

• Serious (Rare): Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS—fever, muscle rigidity; discontinue immediately).

Safety Warnings

• Alcohol: Unsafe (↑sedation risk).

• Pregnancy/Breastfeeding: Avoid (potential harm to fetus/infant). Consult doctor.

• Driving: Unsafe (may cause drowsiness/blurred vision).

• Kidney/Liver:

  • Kidney disease: Likely safe (no dose adjustment needed).

  • Liver disease: Use with caution (dose adjustment may be required).

Lifestyle Tips

• Monitor weight, blood sugar, and lipids regularly.

• Rise slowly to prevent dizziness.

• Healthy diet/exercise to manage weight gain.

When to Seek Help

• Worsening depression/suicidal thoughts.

• Signs of NMS or seizures.

• Uncontrolled movements (extrapyramidal symptoms).

Note: Always follow your doctor’s instructions and report any unusual symptoms promptly. Do not stop abruptly (risk of withdrawal/relapse).