Quetalent Benefits & Uses

Quetalent is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Quetalent Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Schizophrenia Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: gradually increases upto 800 mg/day
Geriatric	Disease: Schizophrenia Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: gradually increases upto 800 mg/day
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Schizophrenia Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: gradually increases upto 800 mg/day

Quetalent Related Warnings

Is the use of Quetalent safe for pregnant women?

Quetalent may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Quetalent again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Quetalent safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Quetalent. It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Quetalent on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Quetalent on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Quetalent on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Quetalent on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Quetalent on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Quetalent on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Quetalent with Other Drugs

Quetalent should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Sotalol

Quinidine

Gemifloxacin

Moxifloxacin

Moderate

Acarbose

Quetalent Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Quetalent unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Hypothyroidism
Tardive Dyskinesia
Parkinson's Disease
Diabetes
Breast Cancer
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Quetalent

Is this Quetalent habit forming or addictive?

Yes, Quetalent can get addictive. Consume it only after doctor's advise.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Quetalent can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Quetalent is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Yes, in many cases, taking Quetalent can help with mental disorders.

Yes

Quetalent Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Quetalent

When consumed with certain foods, Quetalent may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Quetalent

Taking Quetalent with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe