Quel 25mg Tablet is used in the treatment of schizophrenia (a mental disorder that can result in hallucinations or delusions and also adversely affects a person’s ability to think and behave) and mania. It is also used to treat bipolar disorders.

Quel 25mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms. However, discontinue this medicine immediately if you experience Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS), characterized by fever, muscle rigidity, and altered consciousness or seizures.

Some common side effects of this medicine include decreased hemoglobin levels in the blood, increased triglycerides level in blood, decreased cholesterol level in blood, headache, extrapyramidal symptoms, dry mouth, and withdrawal symptoms. Initially, this medicine may cause a sudden drop in blood pressure when you change positions, so it is better to rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. It also causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. This medicine may increase your weight but, modifying your lifestyle by having a healthy diet and exercising regularly can reduce this side effect.

You should be cautious while using this medicine as it may increase the risk of developing diabetes, so it is better to monitor glucose regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts while taking this medicine.

Uses of Quel Tablet

Benefits of Quel Tablet

In Treatment of Schizophrenia

Schizophrenia is a mental disorder in which a person’s thinking ability, feelings and behavior become abnormal. Quel 25mg 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.

In Treatment of Mania

Mania means extremely excited or elevated mood. Quel 25mg Tablet helps calm the mood and relax the nerves. This stabilises the mood and prevents the symptoms of mania from recurring again. Taking Quel 25mg Tablet will ensure that you have a better social life and are able to do daily activities more comfortably.

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Side effects of Quel Tablet

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

Common side effects of Quel

Dizziness
Dryness in mouth
Sleepiness
Constipation
Fatigue
High blood pressure
Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
Dyslipidemia

How to use Quel 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. Quel 25mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Quel Tablet works

Quel 25mg Tablet is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by modulating the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that affect thoughts.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Quel 25mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Quel 25mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Quel 25mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Quel 25mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Quel 25mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Quel 25mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Quel 25mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Quel 25mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Quel Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Quel 25mg 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.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

You have been prescribed Quel 25mg 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 Quel 25mg 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.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Dibenzothiazepine Derivatives

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

NEURO CNS

Action Class

Atypical Antipsychotics

Interaction with drugs

Taking Quel with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Clotrimazole

Brand(s): Clowil, Odis, Kamestin

Life-threatening

Fluconazole

Brand(s): Fungis, EF Z, Rocflu

Life-threatening

Itraconazole

Brand(s): Itracip, Itraspan, Itzo

Life-threatening

Miconazole

Brand(s): Canticid

Life-threatening

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Patient concerns

I am using s vocita and quel sr 50 and migoset for depression and migraine for last 4 months. How can i quit these medicines Can these medicines be discontinued at one go

Dr. Ambrish Dharmadhikari

Psychiatry

We understand your concernWe are here to helpIt is not advisable to stop medications at one goConsult your doctor to gradually reduce dose and stop it eventually

My sister is on medication for schizophrenia since 2005 under Dr. K.K.Sinha of Ranchi. The medicines were stopped in April 2013 However problem reoccurred 4 months later. She was given Quel 200, Joykem 200 and Kamiyan 100. Quel was dropped 6 months later. Power of Joykem and Kamiyan were reduced slowly. For the last 1 year she is taking Prati CR 12.5 as the problem was diminished. But the problem has surfaced again with full severity. Doctor has given date after 2 months. What should be done for the period ? Name of the medicines has been wrongly typed. It's Lamosyn , not Kamiyan. And it's pexti , nor Prati.

Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan

Psychiatry

If the patient isn't improving, see your doctor again.

Suffering from Depression and Mania, what should be done

Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan

Psychiatry

Bipolar Affective Disorder is a chronic problem caused by Neuro chemical disturbance in brain. It is characterised by excessive mood swings leading to disruption in routine life. Treatment is with mood stabilizer medicines and antipsychotic medicines which may need to continue throughout life. Please see a psychiatrist for further guidance.

I an suffering from mania what should i do.

Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan

Psychiatry

Mania is a component of Bipolar Affective Disorder. Bipolar Affective Disorder is a chronic problem caused by Neuro chemical disturbance in brain. It is characterised by excessive mood swings leading to disruption in routine life. Treatment is with mood stabilizer medicines and antipsychotic medicines which may need to continue throughout life. Please see a psychiatrist for further guidance.

I am taking a medicine for depression for last 3-4 years as i am not able to sleep without this. 1. Dveniz-100mg 2. Quel SR-50mg 3. Stilnocit 12.5mg for BP aten-50mg I am unable to take sound sleep nowdays some time i got up at 2-3 am at midnight. Frequently I use to go for Morning Walk.

Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan

Psychiatry

Sleep problems are often caused by underlying physical and/ or psychological cause. This requires examination of the patient so that proper treatment can be initiated. Often stress/ anxiety/ depression or mood disorder needs to be dealt with and sleeping pills are not adequate treatment. In your case, you are probably not on adequate dose of antidepressants and continuous use of zolpidem causes sleep issues in long run. Please go through the link below - http://drjyotikapoor.com/2015/01/26/sleep-disorders/

User feedback

Patients taking Quel 25mg Tablet

Once A Day

84%

Twice A Day

12%

Alternate Day

Thrice A Day

Thrice A week

What are you using Quel Tablet for?

Mania

36%

Others

36%

Schizophrenia

29%

How much was the improvement?

Average

42%

Poor

33%

Excellent

25%

What were the side-effects while using Quel 25mg Tablet?

Sleepiness

40%

No Side Effec*

20%

Parkinsonism

20%

Headache

20%

*No Side Effect

How do you take Quel Tablet?

With food

100%

Please rate Quel 25mg Tablet on price

Average

50%

Not Expensive

33%

Expensive

17%

FAQs

Q. What does Quel 25mg Tablet do to the brain?

Quel 25mg Tablet helps to correct chemical imbalances in the brain. It acts on various chemical messengers in the brain like dopamine and serotonin. It prevents the excessive activity of dopamine, helping to treat symptoms of schizophrenia and mania.

Q. Is Quel 25mg Tablet a sleeping pill?

Quel 25mg Tablet can make you feel sleepy, but it is not used as a sleeping pill. Quel 25mg Tablet is approved for the treatment of symptoms of schizophrenia. It prevents as well as treats episodes of mania and depression in bipolar disorder. It is also used with other medicines to treat depression.

Q. How long does Quel 25mg Tablet take to work?

You may start seeing an improvement within a week of starting Quel 25mg Tablet but full benefits may take about 4-6 weeks to appear.

Q. Is Quel 25mg Tablet good for anxiety?

Quel 25mg Tablet has not been approved for the treatment of anxiety; however, your doctor may prescribe it for anxiety. Some studies suggest its use in post-traumatic stress disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, and anxiety associated with mood disorders.

Q. What should I avoid while taking Quel 25mg Tablet?

Quel 25mg Tablet can cause drowsiness. So, do not drive, operate machinery or do anything dangerous until you know how Quel 25mg Tablet affects you. Do not drink alcohol while taking Quel 25mg Tablet as it may worsen the drowsiness. Avoid getting dehydrated or over-exposure to heat.

Q. Can I stop taking Quel 25mg Tablet if I am better now?

No, you should not stop taking Quel 25mg Tablet without consulting your doctor. Suddenly stopping it may cause nausea, vomiting, headache, diarrhea, dizziness, irritability and inability to sleep. If you feel better, consult your doctor who will gradually reduce the dose before completely stopping it.

Q. Can Quel 25mg Tablet cause weight gain?

Yes, weight gain is a common side effect of Quel 25mg Tablet. If you feel you are gaining weight, consult your doctor or a nutritionist who will suggest you a diet and some exercise to help you manage your weight.

Q. How should Quel 25mg Tablet be taken?

Take Quel 25mg Tablet exactly as advised by your doctor. Do not split, chew or crush the tablets. Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Do not take it with food. It is advised to take this medicine for at least one hour before a meal or at bedtime. Do not take grapefruit while taking Quel 25mg Tablet as it may affect the working of this medicine.

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