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Does Seroquel Take Long To Show Effect?
Question: My son was recently put on 50MG of Seroquel per day - at bedtime. How long does it take for the medication to become effective? How critical is it, if he misses a day or two?
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Detailed Answer:
Hello,
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I read your query and understand your concerns.
The effect of seroquel varies from problem to problem. As antipsychotic it takes atleast two weeks to show observable effects. In case it is used for anxiety and depression the full effect may take 4 weeks or so.
In case it is used for sedation the effect may be seen from the first use itself.
I request you to describe the problems faced by your son which lead to seroquel prescription. This will help me to give you personalized answer rather than a generalized answer.
I look forward to assist you further.
Thanks and regards.
Please describe the problem
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for using Healthcaremagic.
I read your query and understand your concerns.
The effect of seroquel varies from problem to problem. As antipsychotic it takes atleast two weeks to show observable effects. In case it is used for anxiety and depression the full effect may take 4 weeks or so.
In case it is used for sedation the effect may be seen from the first use itself.
I request you to describe the problems faced by your son which lead to seroquel prescription. This will help me to give you personalized answer rather than a generalized answer.
I look forward to assist you further.
Thanks and regards.
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