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Q-MIND SR 50 MG TABLET

Manufactured byTorrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
ContainsQuetiapine
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE

Description

Q-MIND SR 50 MG TABLET is an antipsychotic medicine containing Quetiapine as an active ingredient. It is used for the treatment of mental conditions like Schizophrenia (a person develops unreal thoughts and behaviour), depression (a condition that includes low mood and loss of interest), and bipolar disorder (extreme mood swings and changes in a person's energy levels and behaviour). It works by stopping the release of various chemical substances in the brain responsible for such mental conditions. Q-MIND SR 50 MG TABLET can cause side effects like weight gain, weakness, stomach upset, low blood pressure, etc. Consult your doctor if these side effects persist or worsen. Avoid driving vehicles or operating machines as this medicine can make you dizzy or drowsy. Q-MIND SR 50 MG TABLET can be taken with or without food. Take it at the same time every day to maintain a constant level of medicine in your body. The dose and duration of treatment will be decided by your doctor based on your underlying condition. Do not stop taking the medicine suddenly, as it may cause withdrawal symptoms (such as dizziness, irritability, sleep problems, nausea, vomiting, headache, etc.). Q-MIND SR 50 MG TABLET is not recommended if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor about your current medications and existing medical conditions on priority. This will help your doctor adjust the dose to avoid undesired effects. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant before taking Q-MIND SR 50 MG TABLET. It is known to excrete into breast milk, hence your doctor will advise you to discontinue medicine or breastfeeding. It is not recommended for use in children below ten years of age as safety and efficacy have not been established.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Q-MIND SR 50 MG TABLET

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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Q-MIND SR 50 MG TABLET

Dizziness

Chills

Confusion

Blurred vision

Loss of balance control

Difficulty or painful urination

Irregular menstrual periods

Loss of appetite

Weight gain

Constipation

Headache

Acid or sour stomach

Decreased appetite

Sneezing

Uses of Q-MIND SR 50 MG TABLET

What is it prescribed for?

Schizophrenia

Schizophrenia is a psychiatric condition that occurs when the disturbances to accept reality happen. This is a serious condition is characterized by abnormal social behaviour and impaired ability to think clearly. Q-MIND SR 50 MG TABLET is used in the treatment of Schizophrenia thereby helps the patients with the thinking process.

Bipolar disorder

Bipolar disorder also known as manic-depressive illness is a condition with unusual mood changes. The patient may have either extreme happiness and suddenly changes to extreme sadness. It can be characterised by changes in sleep, energy, thinking, and behaviour in the patient. Q-MIND SR 50 MG TABLET is used in the treatment of such manic-depressive illness.

Depression

Depression is a common and serious medical illness in most patients that reduces the patient's willingness of doing regular daily activities. The patient may have a depressed mood, loss of interest in activities in daily life, etc. Q-MIND SR 50 MG TABLET is one of the effective medicine used in treating depression thereby helps patient interest in doing regular activities.
Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?

    Q-MIND SR 50 MG TABLET may take four to six weeks to fully show its effect.

  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?

    The amount of time for which Q-MIND SR 50 MG TABLET remains effective in the body is not clinically established.

  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?

    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

  • Is this a habit forming medicine?

    No habit-forming tendency has been reported for Q-MIND SR 50 MG TABLET.

  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?

    Q-MIND SR 50 MG TABLET is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. Your doctor may weigh the risks and benefits of using this medicine before prescribing it to you.

  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?

    It is known to excrete into breast milk, hence your doctor will advise you to discontinue Q-MIND SR 50 MG TABLET or breastfeeding.

Allergy

Avoid taking Q-MIND SR 50 MG TABLET if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Q-MIND SR 50 MG TABLET is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. Your doctor may weigh the risks and benefits of using this medicine before prescribing it to you.

Breast-feeding

It is known to excrete into breast milk, hence your doctor will advise you to discontinue Q-MIND SR 50 MG TABLET or breastfeeding.

General warnings

Suicidal thoughts

Q-MIND SR 50 MG TABLET should be used with caution due to the increased risk of suicidal thoughts. Closely observe for any change in behaviour or mood while taking this medicine. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience suicidal thoughts or behaviour.

Diabetes and Dyslipidaemia

Q-MIND SR 50 MG TABLET may increase the blood sugar levels and cholesterol levels in the body. Your doctor may recommend regular monitoring of your blood sugar, cholesterol, and fat levels, as well as your body weight.

Tardive dyskinaesia

Q-MIND SR 50 MG TABLET should be used with extreme caution if you have a history of Tardive Dyskinaesia (involuntary movements of the tongue, lips, face, trunk, and extremities) due to the increased risk of recurrent symptoms.

Use in children

Q-MIND SR 50 MG TABLET is not recommended for use in children younger than 10 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.

Withdrawal symptoms

Abrupt discontinuation of Q-MIND SR 50 MG TABLET may increase the risk of side effects, especially if you have been using a high dose for a long duration. Your doctor may recommend a gradual dose reduction to minimise these reactions. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Driving or operating machine

Q-MIND SR 50 MG TABLET may cause dizziness or drowsiness. Avoid driving vehicles or operating machines if you experience any of these symptoms during treatment with this medicine.

Missed Dose

Do not miss the dose of Q-MIND SR 50 MG TABLET. In case you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is time for the next dose, then skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Q-MIND SR 50 MG TABLET. Seek emergency medical treatment in case of an overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Interaction with Medicine

Ketoconazole

Tramadol

Metformin

Disease interactions

Dementia

Q-MIND SR 50 MG TABLET is not recommended for use if you have dementia-related psychosis as it may increase the risk of heart failure or infectious diseases like Pneumonia. This risk is especially high in the geriatric population. Your doctor may recommend replacement with a suitable alternative based on your clinical condition.

Liver Disease

Q-MIND SR 50 MG TABLET should be used with caution if you have or had liver problems. Your doctor may recommend close monitoring of your liver function, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative based on your clinical condition.

Seizures

Q-MIND SR 50 MG TABLET should be used with caution if you have a history of seizures or conditions that lower the seizure threshold. Your doctor may recommend appropriate dose adjustment or replacement with a suitable alternative based on your clinical condition.

Food interactions

Information not available.

Lab interactions

Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Q-MIND SR 50 MG TABLET with or without food, as instructed by your doctor. Do not break, chew, or crush the tablet. Swallow as a whole with a glass of water. Follow all the directions mentioned on the prescription label/package insert. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts than prescribed. Consult your doctor if you experience any undesirable effects that persist or worsen. It is used for long-term treatment. Hence avoid discontinuing this medicine without consulting your doctor as your condition may become worse. Also, you may experience withdrawal symptoms such as trouble sleeping, irritability, diarrhoea, headache, etc. Your doctor may recommend periodic blood tests to monitor your blood sugar and cholesterol levels during treatment with this medicine. Q-MIND SR 50 MG TABLET may cause drowsiness or dizziness. Hence, avoid driving vehicles or operating machines if you experience such symptoms after taking this medicine. Drink plenty of water and avoid getting dehydrated while you are taking this medicine. Also, avoid doing strenuous exercise or getting exposed to extreme heat. This medicine may impair the body's ability to regulate body temperature. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience mood changes or thoughts of self-harm.

Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Causes sleepiness

How it works

Q-MIND SR 50 MG TABLET works by inhibiting the release of certain chemical substances in the brain which are responsible for causing anxiety and the symptoms of schizophrenia.

Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Atypical antipsychotics

Schedule

Schedule H

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https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Quetiapine

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Information on this page was last updated on 19 Apr 2023

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