Qutipin SR 400 Tablet

Dr. Emily Brown

Dr. Ryan Mitchell

SKU

CMS4018

USA Brand Name

Seroquel XR

Strength

400mg

Generic Name

Quetiapine

Manufacturer

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

## Qutipin SR 400 Tablet (Quetiapine)

## What Is The Generic Name For Qutipin SR 400 Tablet:

Quetiapine is the generic version for Qutipin SR 400 Tablet

## Which USA Brand is Equivalent To Qutipin SR 400 Tablet (Quetiapine):

Seroquel XR

## About Qutipin SR 400 Tablet (Quetiapine)

Qutipin SR 400 Tablet contains an active ingredient, Quetiapine, which is used in the treatment of Schizophrenia, and bipolar disorder. Schizophrenia is a mental disorder to affect the thinking process, emotions, & behaviour and causes a person to lose contact with reality. The person might feel, see, or hear things that are not present. Bipolar disorder is a severe psychological illness in which people go through unusual mood changes. They go from very happy, ‘up,’ & active to very sad & hopeless, ‘down,’ and inactive, & then back again. They frequently have normal moods in between. The up feeling is called mania, whereas the sinking feeling is depression. This medicine is readily available at all the primary pharmacy, drugstores, & medical supply stores & must be taken strictly on doctor’s prescription only.

## Manufacturer :

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. is one of the leading pharmaceutical companies which manufacture Qutipin SR 400 Tablet.

## Strength :

Qutipin SR 400 Tablet contains an active constituent, Quetiapine (400 mg). This medicine is readily available in other substitutes and also at all the primary online pharmacy, drugstores, & medical supply stores.

## What Are The Uses Of The Qutipin SR 400 Tablet (Quetiapine):

Qutipin SR 400 Tablet is used in the treatment in the following conditions:

Schizophrenia

Bipolar disorder

## How Qutipin SR 400 Tablet (Quetiapine) Works:

Qutipin SR 400 Tablet has an active ingredient; Quetiapine which is an atypical antipsychotic. Quetiapine works by modulating the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that affect thoughts.

## Before You Use Qutipin SR 400 Tablet (Quetiapine):

Make certain that:

You are not sensitive to Quetiapine

You are not having any grave Disease

Your doctor must be well-informed regarding your medicinal history like your pre- existing disease, surgeries & Medications, Supplements, Food Habits, lifestyle, etc.

## What Should You Avoid While Taking Qutipin SR 400 Tablet (Quetiapine):

You should avoid taking alcohol

You should avoid driving

You should avoid taking Medicines without prescriptions

## When Not To Use Qutipin SR 400 Tablet (Quetiapine):

You should not take Qutipin SR 400 Tablet if you:

Have ever noticed any Allergy/Hypersensitivity

Have liver problems

Have kidney problems

Have suicidal thoughts

Have Diabetes and Dyslipidemia

Have reduced Blood cells count

Have Tardive dyskinesia

Have Dementia

Are pregnant

Have infections

Are breastfeeding

## Tell Your Doctor If You:

Have Allergy to the Tablet

Are taking Alcohol or Other Drugs

Have Liver/ Kidney disease

Have infections

## Dosage :

Qutipin SR 400 Tablet contains an active ingredient, Quetiapine, which is used in the treatment of Schizophrenia, and bipolar disorder. This medicine is readily available in different substitutes & strengths & has got to be purchased or taken on doctor’s prescription only. You must speak about with your physician for adjustment of dosage and time of the medicine given that age & severity of the disease differ from person to person, and this can only be finest judged by your doctor.

Adults are advised to take Qutipin SR 400 Tablet at a fixed time without food as instructed by your Doctor. You must take Qutipin SR 400 Tablet regularly on time for better results.

## How Much Of The Qutipin SR 400 Tablet (Quetiapine) to Be Used:

As Qutipin SR 400 Tablet is available in various strengths & substitutes, Patients are always advised to follow their doctor’s prescriptions & instructions to take Qutipin SR 400 Tablet. You should not take the Tablet on your own & for a longer period than recommended by the doctor.

## How To Take The Qutipin SR 400 Tablet (Quetiapine):

Take Qutipin SR 400 Tablet Tablet in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow the medicine as a whole and not chew, crush or break the Tablet. Qutipin SR 400 Tablet can be taken empty stomach, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

## For How Long Should You Continue Using Qutipin SR 400 Tablet (Quetiapine):

You are always advised to take Qutipin SR 400 Tablet as prescribed. You must not start/stop using this medication on your own. You have to rigorously follow all the directions given by your doctor. You should not take the Tablet in larger or smaller degree or for a longer period than recommended by your doctor.

## Overdose :

You have to seek medical emergency treatment and/ or get in touch with your medical doctor instantly in case of some overdose symptoms. Emergency action will be initiated without holdup by your medical doctor if they detect overdose symptoms.

## Missed Dose:

The missed dosage of the Tablet has to to be administered as quickly as possible. You should strictly skip the missed dosage if it is by now the time for your next planned dosage. It is strictly advised not to double the dosage of the treatment to make up for the missed dosage.

## What Are The Side Effects Of The Qutipin SR 400 Tablet (Quetiapine):

Dizziness

Chills

Confusion

Blurred vision

Loss of balance control

Difficulty or painful urination

Dry skin

Irregular menstrual periods

Loss of appetite

Weight gain

Constipation

Headache

Acid or sour stomach

Decreased appetite

Sneezing

Dystonia

Sleepiness

Parkinsonism

Akathisia

Decreased haemoglobin level in blood

Increased triglyceride level in blood

## What Are The Common Drug Interactions:

Some medicines have been reported to interact with Qutipin SR 400 Tablet. These interactions might produce some needless or unfavorable effects and/or cause your drug not to function properly. You must continually have a discussion with your doctor if you are taking other prescription/ Supplements so that well calculated medication can be given. It interacts with the following medicines:

Itraconazole

Fluconazole

Tramadol

Lorazepam

Paroxetine

Ketoconazole

Metformin

Antihypertensives

It can also interact with the following disease condition:

Infections

Kidney disease

Liver disease

Dementia

## Warning And Precaution:

Qutipin SR 400 Tablet can worsen the conditions like:

Allergy

Kidney/ Liver disease

Use of this medicine is not recommended by children under 10 years of age

You must rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down to lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out

You must eat healthy & exercise regularly as us of this medicine may increase your weight, blood sugar and cholesterol

You have to frequently get your blood tests done to check your blood cells, liver & kidney function, & electrolyte levels during treatment with this medicine

You must also get your blood pressure & levels of proteins in urine checked regularly while taking this medicine

You have to get your blood cholesterol level checked regularly while taking this medicine

You must not take this medicine if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding

You must not drive or operate heavy machines simultaneously as taking this medicine as it may cause dizziness

Always talk about with your medical doctor straight away to get the most excellent possible treatment if you are observing several of the above mentioned conditions.

## Things To Remember:

Keep the Qutipin SR 400 Tablet out of reach & sight of the children

This medicine is strictly used with vigilance for treatment of children

Qutipin SR 400 Tablet is not suggested for use in pregnant women owing to the increased risk of harmful effects on the unborn baby

You must always check up the information in particular printed on the leaflet/ insert of the medicine

Always talk about with your medical doctor if you have any doubt in case of the dosage, time & strength of the medicine.

## Indications :

Qutipin SR 400 Tablet should be taken as recommended by your doctor. Do not take this prescription for a longer period than recommended by the medical doctor.

## Storage :

Store the Qutipin SR 400 Tablet at room temperature in dark & dry place. Make sure the Tablet is intact & not broken while purchasing or storing.