Seroquel
Seroquel (quetiapine) is an atypical antipsychotic medication that targets neurotransmitters in the brain, including dopamine and serotonin, to help manage mood, thinking, and behavior in patients with mental health conditions.
Dosage by Body Weight
Dosage is highly individualized and must be titrated under medical supervision. Standard adult dosages range from 150 mg to 800 mg daily depending on the condition being treated. Immediate-release tablets are typically taken two or three times daily, while extended-release (XR) tablets are taken once daily, usually in the evening without food or with a light meal.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Seroquel is not indicated for infants. Safety and efficacy have not been established.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Seroquel is not approved or recommended for use in pediatric patients of this weight range.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy in pediatric populations under 10 years of age have not been established.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy in pediatric populations under 10 years of age have not been established.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Seroquel is generally only approved for schizophrenia in adolescents (13-17 years) and bipolar mania in children and adolescents (10-17 years). It is not routine for children under these age groups regardless of body weight.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Not recommended | N/A | Seroquel is not indicated for infants. Safety and efficacy have not been established. |
| 5-7 kg | Not recommended | N/A | Seroquel is not approved or recommended for use in pediatric patients of this weight range. |
| 8-10 kg | Not recommended | N/A | Safety and efficacy in pediatric populations under 10 years of age have not been established. |
| 11-15 kg | Not recommended | N/A | Safety and efficacy in pediatric populations under 10 years of age have not been established. |
| 16-20 kg | Not recommended | N/A | Seroquel is generally only approved for schizophrenia in adolescents (13-17 years) and bipolar mania in children and adolescents (10-17 years). It is not routine for children under these age groups regardless of body weight. |
Formulation
Purpose
Treatment of schizophrenia, acute manic episodes associated with bipolar I disorder, and bipolar depression. Seroquel XR is also used as an add-on treatment for major depressive disorder.
Generic Name
QuetiapineScheduled Drug
Yes. This medicine should be supplied or used only according to applicable prescription and regulatory requirements.