Quetimen Benefits & Uses

Quetimen is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Quetimen 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

Quetimen Related Warnings

Is the use of Quetimen safe for pregnant women?

Quetimen may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Quetimen, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Quetimen safe during breastfeeding?

Quetimen may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Quetimen on the Kidneys?

Quetimen is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Quetimen on the Liver?

Side effects of Quetimen rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Quetimen on the Heart?

Quetimen may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Quetimen with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Sotalol

Quinidine

Gemifloxacin

Moxifloxacin

Moderate

Acarbose

Quetimen Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Quetimen 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 Quetimen

Is this Quetimen habit forming or addictive?

Yes, Quetimen cause dependence in some cases. Talk to your doctor before taking it.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Quetimen. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Quetimen only on doctor's advice.

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

Quetimen has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.

Yes

Quetimen Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Quetimen

Quetimen may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Quetimen

Consumption of alcohol and Quetimen together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe