Adequet SR 100 mg Tablet

Composition of Adequet SR 100 mg Tablet

Adequet SR 100 mg Tablet contains Quetiapine (100mg).

Uses of Adequet SR 100 mg Tablet

Treatment of Mania Treatment of Schizophrenia

Key benefits

• In Treatment of Mania Mania means extremely excited or elevated mood. Adequet SR 100 Tablet helps calm the mood and relax the nerves. This stabilises the mood and prevents the symptoms of mania from recurring again. Taking Adequet SR 100 Tablet will ensure that you have a better social life and are able to do daily activities more comfortably. In Treatment of Schizophrenia Schizophrenia is a mental disorder in which a person’s thinking ability
• feelings and behavior become abnormal. Adequet SR 100 Tablet helps restore the chemical imbalances in the brain that are responsible for such changes. It improves thoughts
• behavior and enhances the quality of life. Show More

How Adequet SR 100 mg Tablet works

Adequet SR 100 Tablet is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by modulating the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that affect thoughts.

How to take Adequet SR 100 mg Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Adequet SR 100 Tablet is to be taken on an empty stomach.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Adequet SR 100 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

If you take too much

Taking more Adequet SR than prescribed can be harmful. If you suspect an overdose, contact a doctor or go to the nearest emergency department at once, and carry the pack or strip with you. In India the emergency number is 112.

Side effects of Adequet SR 100 mg Tablet

Most side effects of Adequet SR are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Adequet SR 100 mg Tablet

Interactions with other medicines

Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take, including over-the-counter products, vitamins and herbal or ayurvedic preparations, before starting Adequet SR. Some combinations can change how Adequet SR works or raise the chance of side effects.

How to store Adequet SR 100 mg Tablet

Store Adequet SR below 30°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep the pack tightly closed and out of the reach of children. Do not use it after the expiry date printed on the pack.

Expert advice for Adequet SR 100 mg Tablet

You have been prescribed Adequet SR 100 Tablet for the treatment of schizophrenia and mania. It is less likely to cause heart problems and movement disorders than other antipsychotics. It may take 4 to 6 weeks to see treatment effects. Keep taking it as prescribed. Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Adequet SR 100 Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. It may increase your weight, blood sugar and cholesterol. Eat healthy, exercise regularly and monitor your blood levels regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts or behavior. Do not stop taking it without talking to your doctor first as it may cause worsening of symptoms.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

ABBOTT HEALTHCARE LIMITED

Therapeutic class:

NEURO CNS

Chemical class:

Dibenzothiazepines