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Using Serequol For A Long Time. Diagnosed With ADHD. Will This Medicine Have Any Side Effect Afer A Long Term Use?

Hello '\i have veen using serequol 200ml fir sleep for eight years now and have recently been diagnosed with ADHD and been on a low dose of dexamphetime
and i am concerned about the interaction anf what effect this is having on my body as far as liver problems and stomach problems. i hare taking frufs but after many years of depression and insomnia i am just hoping i have been correctly diagnosed but very concerned about the long time effects. thank you dor your time.
Elle
Mon, 10 Jun 2013
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Hi there ~

I understand your concerns. It is hard to deal with a condition requiring you to use seroquel as well as being on medications for ADHD since it was recently diagnosed, as the medications may interact and make one or the other condition worse. I wonder if you can consult with a qualified psychiatrist to titrate the dose of your seroquel to a lower level and switch it to the night time while you start taking your ADHD medications during the morning time to see the response. There is no effect on the liver and stomach as far as dexamphetamine goes as long as you are taking the medicine after meals. I also think that you might need an adjuvant medication in addition to seroquel for depression. This is something you have to discuss with you psychiatrist. I hope this helps.

Take care and have a lovely day!
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Using Serequol For A Long Time. Diagnosed With ADHD. Will This Medicine Have Any Side Effect Afer A Long Term Use?

Hi there ~ I understand your concerns. It is hard to deal with a condition requiring you to use seroquel as well as being on medications for ADHD since it was recently diagnosed, as the medications may interact and make one or the other condition worse. I wonder if you can consult with a qualified psychiatrist to titrate the dose of your seroquel to a lower level and switch it to the night time while you start taking your ADHD medications during the morning time to see the response. There is no effect on the liver and stomach as far as dexamphetamine goes as long as you are taking the medicine after meals. I also think that you might need an adjuvant medication in addition to seroquel for depression. This is something you have to discuss with you psychiatrist. I hope this helps. Take care and have a lovely day!