Description
Quetiapine tablets and extended-release (long-acting) tablets are used to treat the symptoms of schizophrenia (a mental illness that causes disturbed or unusual thinking, loss of interest in life, and strong or inappropriate emotions).
Common side effects
- Weight gain
- Constipation
- Dizziness
- Dryness in mouth
- Fatigue
- High blood pressure
- Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
- Sleepiness
- Dyslipidemia
- Increased appetite