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Posted by Martha McClelland on May 28, 2000, at 15:07:16
i have a friend who is discussing with his pdoc taking Seroquel. They have tried "everything else" But his doctor has warned it could be very dangerous, even fatal, esp. at the high levels he would need to take. AWe'd both be grateful for other people's experience on it.
Martha
Posted by Cam W. on May 28, 2000, at 22:17:03
In reply to Seroquel - general info please, posted by Martha McClelland on May 28, 2000, at 15:07:16
Martha - I'd have your friend talk to the doctor again. I think that there may have been a little miscommunication. Have her ask the doc what would cause a fatality from Seroquel. This drug is the safest atypical antipsychotic medication that is available. Even in overdose attempts (where doses in excess of 10 grams were taken) people have recovered without any serious effects. The only things noticed were exacerbations of the side effects (eg drowsiness, sedation, mild tachycardia, and hypotension). Clinical dosages very seldom exceed 800mg (0.8 grams) per day. Does your friend have any other medical disorders besides psychiatric ones? - Cam.
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