Quetiapine (Pediatric)
An atypical antipsychotic. In children, it is often used for mood stabilization but requires monitoring for weight gain and high cholesterol.
Dosage by Body Weight
Bipolar mania (ages 10-17): Start 50 mg/day, titrated up to 400-600 mg/day in divided doses.
- Body Weight
- Adolescents
- Dose
- 50 mg (Initial)
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Tracking Notes
- May cause significant sleepiness; often taken mostly at night.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adolescents | 50 mg (Initial) | Twice daily | May cause significant sleepiness; often taken mostly at night. |
Formulation
TabletExtended-release Tablet
Purpose
Treatment of bipolar disorder and schizophrenia in adolescents.
Generic Name
Quetiapine Fumarate
Branded Drug Names
Quetiapine (Pediatric) is listed as a generic drug name. Common branded medicines that may contain the same active ingredient include:
- Seroquel
- Quel
Scheduled Drug
Yes. This medicine should be supplied or used only according to applicable prescription and regulatory requirements.
Alternatives
AripiprazoleOlanzapine