Qutipin SR 400 Tablet

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Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Active Ingredient	Quetiapine (400mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Chemical Class	Dibenzothiazepine Derivatives
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	NEURO CNS
Action Class	Atypical Antipsychotics
User Rating	5.0
User Reviews	608

FAQ

Can I stop taking Qutipin SR 400 if I am better now?

No, you should not stop taking Qutipin SR 400 without consulting your doctor. Suddenly stopping it may cause nausea, vomiting, headache, diarrhea, dizziness, irritability and inability to sleep. If you feel better, consult your doctor who will gradually reduce the dose before completely stopping it.

How should Qutipin SR 400 be taken?

Take Qutipin SR 400 exactly as advised by your doctor. Do not split, chew or crush the tablets. Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Do not take it with food. It is advised to take this medicine for at least one hour before a meal or at bedtime. Do not take grapefruit while taking Qutipin SR 400 as it may affect the working of this medicine.

Is Qutipin SR 400 good for anxiety?

Qutipin SR 400 has not been approved for the treatment of anxiety; however, your doctor may prescribe it for anxiety. Some studies suggest its use in post-traumatic stress disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, and anxiety associated with mood disorders.

Can Qutipin SR 400 cause weight gain?

Yes, weight gain is a common side effect of Qutipin SR 400. If you feel you are gaining weight, consult your doctor or a nutritionist who will suggest you a diet and some exercise to help you manage your weight.

What does Qutipin SR 400 do to the brain?

Qutipin SR 400 helps to correct chemical imbalances in the brain. It acts on various chemical messengers in the brain like dopamine and serotonin. It prevents the excessive activity of dopamine, helping to treat symptoms of schizophrenia and mania.

Is Qutipin SR 400 a sleeping pill?

Qutipin SR 400 can make you feel sleepy, but it is not used as a sleeping pill. Qutipin SR 400 is approved for the treatment of symptoms of schizophrenia. It prevents as well as treats episodes of mania and depression in bipolar disorder. It is also used with other medicines to treat depression.

How long does Qutipin SR 400 take to work?

You may start seeing an improvement within a week of starting Qutipin SR 400 but full benefits may take about 4-6 weeks to appear.

What should I avoid while taking Qutipin SR 400?

Qutipin SR 400 can cause drowsiness. So, do not drive, operate machinery or do anything dangerous until you know how Qutipin SR 400 affects you. Do not drink alcohol while taking Qutipin SR 400 as it may worsen the drowsiness. Avoid getting dehydrated or over-exposure to heat.

What if you forget to take Qutipin Tablet PR?

If you miss a dose of Qutipin SR 400, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Qutipin SR 400 Tablet Reviews

Qutipin SR 400 is used in the treatment of schizophrenia (a mental disorder that can result in hallucinations or delusions and also adversely affects a person’s ability to think and behave) and mania. It is also used to treat bipolar disorders.

Qutipin SR 400 may be taken with or without food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms. However, discontinue this medicine immediately if you experience Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS), characterized by fever, muscle rigidity, and altered consciousness or seizures.

Some common side effects of this medicine include decreased hemoglobin levels in the blood, increased triglycerides level in blood, decreased cholesterol level in blood, headache, extrapyramidal symptoms, dry mouth, and withdrawal symptoms. Initially, this medicine may cause a sudden drop in blood pressure when you change positions, so it is better to rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. It also causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. This medicine may increase your weight but, modifying your lifestyle by having a healthy diet and exercising regularly can reduce this side effect.

You should be cautious while using this medicine as it may increase the risk of developing diabetes, so it is better to monitor glucose regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts while taking this medicine.

How Qutipin SR 400 Tablet Works

Qutipin SR 400 is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by modulating the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that affect thoughts.

How to Use Qutipin SR 400 Tablet

Use it as advised by your doctor or check the label for directions before use. Qutipin SR 400 may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits of Qutipin SR 400 Tablet

In Treatment of Schizophrenia: Schizophrenia is a mental disorder in which a person’s thinking ability, feelings and behavior become abnormal. Qutipin SR 400 helps restore the chemical imbalances in the brain that are responsible for such changes. It improves thoughts, behavior and enhances the quality of life.
In Treatment of Mania: Mania means extremely excited or elevated mood. Qutipin SR 400 helps calm the mood and relax the nerves. This stabilises the mood and prevents the symptoms of mania from recurring again. Taking Qutipin SR 400 will ensure that you have a better social life and are able to do daily activities more comfortably.

Uses of Qutipin SR 400 Tablet

Treatment of Schizophrenia
Treatment of Mania

Qutipin SR 400 Tablet Side Effects

Safety Tips

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Qutipin SR 400 may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Liver ^CAUTION

Qutipin SR 400 should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Qutipin SR 400 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Qutipin SR 400 is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Kidney ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Qutipin SR 400 is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Qutipin SR 400 may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Driving ^UNSAFE

Qutipin SR 400 may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Alcohol ^UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Qutipin SR 400.

Quick Tips

Do not stop taking it without talking to your doctor first as it may cause worsening of symptoms.
It is less likely to cause heart problems and movement disorders than other antipsychotics.
It may take 4 to 6 weeks to see treatment effects. Keep taking it as prescribed.
It may increase your weight, blood sugar and cholesterol. Eat healthy, exercise regularly and monitor your blood levels regularly.
To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
You have been prescribed Qutipin SR 400 for the treatment of schizophrenia and mania.
Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts or behavior.
Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Qutipin SR 400 can cause dizziness and sleepiness.

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