Uses
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE
4 CONTRAINDICATIONS
Hypersensitivity to quetiapine or to any excipients in the quetiapine formulation. Anaphylactic reactions have been reported in patients treated with quetiapine.
Hypersensitivity to quetiapine or to any excipients in the quetiapine formulation. Anaphylactic reactions have been reported in patients treated with quetiapine.
Increased Mortality in Elderly Patients with Dementia-Related Psychosis Elderly patients with dementia-related psychosis treated with antipsychotic drugs are at an increased risk of death [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)] . Quetiapine is not approved for the treatment of patients with dementia-related psychosis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)] . Suicidal Thoughts and Behaviors Antidepressants increased the risk of suicidal thoughts and behavior in children, adolescents, and young adults in short-term studies. These studies did not show an increase in the risk of suicidal thoughts and behavior with antidepressant use in patients over age 24; there was a reduction in risk with antidepressant use in patients aged 65 and older [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)] . In patients of all ages who are started on antidepressant therapy, monitor closely for worsening, and for emergence of suicidal thoughts and behaviors. Advise families and caregivers of the need for close observation and communication with the prescriber [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)] . Quetiapine is not approved for use in pediatric patients under ten years of age [see Use in Specific Populations (8.4)] .
Hypersensitivity to quetiapine or to any excipients in the quetiapine formulation. Anaphylactic reactions have been reported in patients treated with quetiapine.
25 mg tablets are peach, round, biconvex, film-coated tablets, debossed with ‘25’ on one side and plain on the other side 50 mg tablets are white, round, biconvex, film-coated tablets, debossed with ‘50’ on one side and plain on the other side 100 mg tablets are yellow, round, biconvex, film-coated tablets, debossed with ‘904’ on one side and plain on the other side 200 mg tablets are white, round, biconvex, film-coated tablets, debossed with ‘905’ on one side and plain on the other side 300 mg tablets are white, capsule-shaped, biconvex, film-coated tablets, debossed with ‘906’ on one side and plain on the other side 400 mg tablets are yellow, capsule-shaped, biconvex, film-coated tablets, debossed with ‘907’ on one side and plain on the other side
300 mg tablets are white, capsule-shaped, biconvex, film-coated tablets, debossed with '906' on one side and plain on the other side and are supplied as: NDC 68071-2728-6 BOTTLES OF 60 Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F); excursions permitted between 15° and 30°C (59° and 86°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature].
Increased Mortality in Elderly Patients with Dementia-Related Psychosis Elderly patients with dementia-related psychosis treated with antipsychotic drugs are at an increased risk of death [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)] . Quetiapine is not approved for the treatment of patients with dementia-related psychosis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)] . Suicidal Thoughts and Behaviors Antidepressants increased the risk of suicidal thoughts and behavior in children, adolescents, and young adults in short-term studies. These studies did not show an increase in the risk of suicidal thoughts and behavior with antidepressant use in patients over age 24; there was a reduction in risk with antidepressant use in patients aged 65 and older [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)] . In patients of all ages who are started on antidepressant therapy, monitor closely for worsening, and for emergence of suicidal thoughts and behaviors. Advise families and caregivers of the need for close observation and communication with the prescriber [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)] . Quetiapine is not approved for use in pediatric patients under ten years of age [see Use in Specific Populations (8.4)] .
25 mg tablets are peach, round, biconvex, film-coated tablets, debossed with ‘25’ on one side and plain on the other side 50 mg tablets are white, round, biconvex, film-coated tablets, debossed with ‘50’ on one side and plain on the other side 100 mg tablets are yellow, round, biconvex, film-coated tablets, debossed with ‘904’ on one side and plain on the other side 200 mg tablets are white, round, biconvex, film-coated tablets, debossed with ‘905’ on one side and plain on the other side 300 mg tablets are white, capsule-shaped, biconvex, film-coated tablets, debossed with ‘906’ on one side and plain on the other side 400 mg tablets are yellow, capsule-shaped, biconvex, film-coated tablets, debossed with ‘907’ on one side and plain on the other side
Hypersensitivity to quetiapine or to any excipients in the quetiapine formulation. Anaphylactic reactions have been reported in patients treated with quetiapine.
The following adverse reactions are discussed in more detail in other sections of the labeling: Increased mortality in elderly patients with dementia-related psychosis [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] Suicidal thoughts and behaviors in adolescents and young adults [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] Cerebrovascular adverse reactions, including stroke in elderly patients with dementia-related psychosis [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (NMS) [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )] Metabolic changes (hyperglycemia, dyslipidemia, weight gain) [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 )] Tardive dyskinesia [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 )] Hypotension [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.7 )] Falls [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.8 ) ] Increases in blood pressure (children and adolescents) [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.9) ] Leukopenia, neutropenia and agranulocytosis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.10) ] Cataracts [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.11) ] QT Prolongation [see Warnings and Precautions (5.12)] Seizures [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.13) ] Hypothyroidism [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.14) ] Hyperprolactinemia [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.15) ] Potential for cognitive and motor impairment [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.16)] Body temperature regulation [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.17) ] Dysphagia [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.18) ] Discontinuation Syndrome [see Warnings and Precautions (5.19) ] Anticholinergic (antimuscarinic) Effects [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.20 )]
Quetiapine is an atypical antipsychotic belonging to a chemical class, the dibenzothiazepine derivatives. The chemical designation is 2-[2-(4-dibenzo [b,f] [1,4]thiazepin-11-yl-1-piperazinyl)ethoxy]-ethanol fumarate (2:1) (salt). It is present in tablets as the fumarate salt. All doses and tablet strengths are expressed as milligrams of base, not as fumarate salt. Its molecular formula is C 42 H 50 N 6 O 4 S 2 •C 4 H 4 O 4 and it has a molecular weight of 883.10 (fumarate salt). The structural formula is: Quetiapine fumarate USP is a white to off-white powder which is insoluble in water. Quetiapine tablets USP are supplied for oral administration as 25 mg (round, peach), 50 mg (round, white), 100 mg (round, yellow), 200 mg (round, white), 300 mg (capsule-shaped, white), and 400 mg (capsule-shaped, yellow) tablets. Inactive ingredients are microcrystalline cellulose, colloidal silicon dioxide, silicon dioxide, crospovidone, anhydrous citric acid, polysorbate 80, magnesium stearate, lactose monohydrate, hypromellose, polyethylene glycol, and titanium dioxide. The 25 mg tablets contain red ferric oxide and yellow ferric oxide and the 100 mg and 400 mg tablets contain only yellow ferric oxide.
300 mg tablets are white, capsule-shaped, biconvex, film-coated tablets, debossed with '906' on one side and plain on the other side and are supplied as: NDC 68071-2728-6 BOTTLES OF 60 Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F); excursions permitted between 15° and 30°C (59° and 86°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature].
Advise the patient to read the FDA-approved patient labeling (Medication Guide). Patients should be advised of the following issues and asked to alert their prescriber if these occur while taking quetiapine tablets. Increased Mortality in Elderly Patients with Dementia-Related Psychosis Patients and caregivers should be advised that elderly patients with dementia-related psychosis treated with atypical antipsychotic drugs are at increased risk of death compared with placebo. Quetiapine is not approved for elderly patients with dementia-related psychosis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)] . Suicidal Thoughts and Behaviors Patients, their families, and their caregivers should be encouraged to be alert to the emergence of anxiety, agitation, panic attacks, insomnia, irritability, hostility, aggressiveness, impulsivity, akathisia (psychomotor restlessness), hypomania, mania, other unusual changes in behavior, worsening of depression, and suicidal ideation, especially early during antidepressant treatment and when the dose is adjusted up or down. Families and caregivers of patients should be advised to look for the emergence of such symptoms on a day-to-day basis, since changes may be abrupt. Such symptoms should be reported to the patient's prescriber or health professional, especially if they are severe, abrupt in onset, or were not part of the patient's presenting symptoms. Symptoms such as these may be associated with an increased risk for suicidal thinking and behavior and indicate a need for very close monitoring and possibly changes in the medication [ s ee Warnings and Precautions (5.2)] . Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (NMS) Patients should be advised to report to their physician any signs or symptoms that may be related to NMS. These may include muscle stiffness and high fever [ s ee Warnings and Precautions (5.4)] . Hyperglycemia and Diabetes Mellitus Patients should be aware of the symptoms of hyperglycemia (high blood sugar) and diabetes mellitus. Patients who are diagnosed with diabetes, those with risk factors for diabetes, or those that develop these symptoms during treatment should have their blood glucose monitored at the beginning of and periodically during treatment [ s ee Warnings and Precautions (5.5)] . Hyperlipidemia Patients should be advised that elevations in total cholesterol, LDL-cholesterol and triglycerides and decreases in HDL-cholesterol may occur. Patients should have their lipid profile monitored at the beginning of and periodically during treatment [ s ee Warnings and Precautions (5.5)]. Weight Gain Patients should be advised that they may experience weight gain. Patients should have their weight monitored regularly [ s ee Warnings and Precautions (5.5)]. Orthostatic Hypotension Patients should be advised of the risk of orthostatic hypotension (symptoms include feeling dizzy or lightheaded upon standing, which may lead to falls), especially during the period of initial dose titration, and also at times of re-initiating treatment or increases in dose [ s ee Warnings and Precautions (5.7)]. Increased Blood Pressure in Children and Adolescents Children and adolescent patients should have their blood pressure measured at the beginning of, and periodically during, treatment [ s ee Warnings and Precautions ( 5.9 )] . Leukopenia/Neutropenia Patients with a preexisting low WBC or a history of drug induced leukopenia/neutropenia should be advised that they should have their CBC monitored while taking quetiapine tablets. Patients should be advised to talk to their doctor as soon as possible if they have a fever, flu-like symptoms, sore throat, or any other infection as this could be a result of a very low WBC, which may require quetiapine tablets to be stopped and/or treatment to be given [ s ee Warnings and Precautions ( 5.10 )]. Interference with Cognitive and Motor Performance Patients should be advised of the risk of somnolence or sedation (which may lead to falls), especially during the period of initial dose titration. Patients should be cautioned about performing any activity requiring mental alertness, such as operating a motor vehicle (including automobiles) or operating machinery, until they are reasonably certain quetiapine therapy does not affect them adversely [ s ee Warnings and Precautions (5.16)]. Heat Exposure and Dehydration Patients should be advised regarding appropriate care in avoiding overheating and dehydration [ s ee Warnings and Precautions (5.17)]. Concomitant Medication As with other medications, patients should be advised to notify their physicians if they are taking, or plan to take, any prescription or over-the-counter drugs [ s ee Drug Interactions (7.1)] . Pregnancy Advise pregnant women to notify their healthcare provider if they become pregnant or intend to become pregnant during treatment with quetiapine tablets. Advise patients that quetiapine tablets may cause extrapyramidal and/or withdrawal symptoms (agitation, hypertonia, hypotonia, tremor, somnolence, respiratory distress, and feeding disorder) in a neonate. Advise patients that there is a pregnancy registry that monitors pregnancy outcomes in women exposed to quetiapine tablets during pregnancy [ see Use in Specific Populations (8.1) ]. Infertility Advise females of reproductive potential that quetiapine tablets may impair fertility due to an increase in serum prolactin levels. The effects on fertility are reversible [see Use in Specific Populations (8.3)]. Need for Comprehensive Treatment Program Quetiapine tablets are indicated as an integral part of a total treatment program for adolescents with schizophrenia and pediatric bipolar disorder that may include other measures (psychological, educational, and social). Effectiveness and safety of quetiapine tablets have not been established in pediatric patients less than 13 years of age for schizophrenia or less than 10 years of age for bipolar mania. Appropriate educational placement is essential and psychosocial intervention is often helpful. The decision to prescribe atypical antipsychotic medication will depend upon the physician’s assessment of the chronicity and severity of the patient’s symptoms [see Indications and Usage (1.3)] .
Dispense with Medication Guide available at: https://www.sunpharma.com/usa/products Quetiapine (kwe-TYE-a-peen) Tablets USP Read this Medication Guide before you start taking quetiapine tablets and each time you get a refill. There may be new information. This information does not take the place of talking to your healthcare provider about your medical condition or your treatment. What is the most important information I should know about quetiapine tablets? Quetiapine tablets may cause serious side effects, including: 1 risk of death in the elderly with dementia. Medicines like quetiapine tablets can increase the risk of death in elderly people who have memory loss (dementia). Quetiapine tablets are not for treating psychosis in the elderly with dementia. 2 risk of suicidal thoughts or actions (antidepressant medicines, depression and other serious mental illnesses, and suicidal thoughts or actions). Talk to your or your family member's healthcare provider about: all risks and benefits of treatment with antidepressant medicines. all treatment choices for depression or other serious mental illness Antidepressant medications may increase suicidal thoughts or actions in some children, teenagers, and young adults within the first few months of treatment. Depression and other serious mental illnesses are the most important causes of suicidal thoughts and actions. Some people may have a particularly high risk of having suicidal thoughts or actions. These include people who have (or have a family history of) depression, bipolar illness (also called manic-depressive illness), or suicidal thoughts or actions. How can I watch for and try to prevent suicidal thoughts and actions in myself or a family member? Pay close attention to any changes, especially sudden changes, in mood, behaviors, thoughts, or feelings. This is very important when an antidepressant medicine is started or when the dose is changed. Call the healthcare provider right away to report new or sudden changes in mood, behavior, thoughts, or feelings. Keep all follow-up visits with the healthcare provider as scheduled. Call the healthcare provider between visits as needed, especially if you have concerns about symptoms. Call a healthcare provider right away if you or your family member has any of the following symptoms, especially if they are new, worse, or worry you: thoughts about suicide or dying attempts to commit suicide new or worse depression new or worse anxiety feeling very agitated or restless panic attacks trouble sleeping (insomnia) new or worse irritability acting aggressive, being angry, or violent acting on dangerous impulses an extreme increase in activity and talking (mania) other unusual changes in behavior or mood What else do I need to know about antidepressant medicines? Never stop an antidepressant medicine without first talking to your healthcare provider. Stopping an antidepressant medicine suddenly can cause other symptoms. Antidepressants are medicines used to treat depression and other illnesses. It is important to discuss all the risks of treating depression, and also the risks of not treating it. Patients and their families or other caregivers should discuss all treatment choices with the healthcare provider, not just the use of antidepressants. Antidepressant medicines have other side effects. Talk to the healthcare provider about the side effects of the medicine prescribed for you or your family member. Antidepressant medicines can interact with other medicines. Know all of the medicines that you or your family member take. Keep a list of all medicines to show the healthcare provider. Do not start new medicines without first checking with your healthcare provider. Not all antidepressant medicines prescribed for children are FDA approved for use in children. Talk to your child’s healthcare provider for more information. What are quetiapine tablets? Quetiapine tablets are prescription medicine used to treat: schizophrenia in people 13 years of age or older bipolar disorder in adults, including: depressive episodes associated with bipolar disorder manic episodes associated with bipolar I disorder alone or with lithium or divalproex long-term treatment of bipolar I disorder with lithium or divalproex manic episodes associated with bipolar I disorder in children ages 10 to 17 years old It is not known if quetiapine tablets are safe and effective in children under 10 years of age. What should I tell my healthcare provider before taking quetiapine tablets? Before you take quetiapine tablets, tell your healthcare provider if you have or have had: diabetes or high blood sugar in you or your family. Your healthcare provider should check your blood sugar before you start quetiapine tablets, and also during therapy high levels of total cholesterol, triglycerides or LDL-cholesterol, or low levels of HDL-cholesterol low or high blood pressure low white blood cell count cataracts seizures abnormal thyroid tests high prolactin levels heart problems liver problems any other medical condition pregnancy or plans to become pregnant. It is not known if quetiapine tablets will harm your unborn baby. If you become pregnant while receiving quetiapine tablets, talk to your healthcare provider about registering with the National Pregnancy Registry for Atypical Antipsychotics. You can register by calling 1-866-961-2388 or go to http://womensmentalhealth.org/clinical-and-research-programs/pregnancyregistry/ breast-feeding or plans to breast-feed. Quetiapine can pass into your breast milk. Talk to your healthcare provider about the best way to feed your baby if you receive quetiapine tablets. if you have or have had a condition where you cannot completely empty your bladder (urinary retention), have an enlarged prostate, or constipation, or increased pressure inside your eyes. Tell the healthcare provider about all the medicines that you take or recently have taken including prescription medicines, over-the-counter medicines, herbal supplements, and vitamins. Quetiapine tablets and other medicines may affect each other causing serious side effects. Quetiapine tablets may affect the way other medicines work, and other medicines may affect how quetiapine tablets work. Tell your healthcare provider if you are having a urine drug screen because quetiapine tablets may affect your test results. Tell those giving the test that you are taking quetiapine tablets. How should I take quetiapine tablets? Take quetiapine tablets exactly as your healthcare provider tells you to take it. Do not change the dose yourself. Take quetiapine tablets by mouth, with or without food. If you feel you need to stop quetiapine tablets , talk with your healthcare provider first. If you suddenly stop taking quetiapine tablets, you may have side effects such as trouble sleeping or trouble staying asleep (insomnia), nausea, and vomiting. If you miss a dose of quetiapine tablets, take it as soon as you remember. If you are close to your next dose, skip the missed dose. Just take the next dose at your regular time. Do not take 2 doses at the same time unless your healthcare provider tells you to. If you are not sure about your dosing, call your healthcare provider. What should I avoid while taking quetiapine tablets? Do not drive, operate machinery, or do other dangerous activities until you know how quetiapine tablets affect you. Quetiapine tablets may make you drowsy. Avoid getting overheated or dehydrated. Do not over-exercise. In hot weather, stay inside in a cool place if possible. Stay out of the sun. Do not wear too much or heavy clothing. Drink plenty of water. Do not drink alcohol while taking quetiapine tablets. It may make some side effects of quetiapine tablets worse. What are possible side effects of quetiapine tablets? Quetiapine tablets can cause serious side effects, including: See “What is the most important information I should know about quetiapine tablets ?” stroke that can lead to death can happen in...
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