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My mother is taking Quetiapine Fumarate 100 mg Sustained Release (SR) tablets night after meals
But she is feeling too much sleepiness morning and till afternoon . She is unable to work due to this medicine
So she is thinking to take half the medicine now on own .. or she is saying she will stop that medicine
Is that ok doctors plz suggest
Is taking half medicine good only or not ? Pl reply very urgent
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Hello,
Quetiapine SR 100 mg commonly causes excessive sleepiness, especially during the initial weeks of treatment. Morning drowsiness can interfere with daily functioning.
However, she should not stop or reduce the dose on her own, especially if it was prescribed for conditions like mood disorder, psychosis, or severe anxiety. Sudden dose reduction or stopping can worsen symptoms or cause withdrawal effects.
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- If the sleepiness is severe (difficulty waking up, confusion, falls), seek medical review urgently.
- Do not make changes without medical supervision.
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Hi..yes she can try taking half tablet
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One needs to consult a psychiatrist before reducing or stopping a medicine.
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