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Daquetin 100 drug has the main ingredient is quetiapine, used in the treatment of schizophrenia, bipolar disorder. Refer to the article below to know how to use Daquetin 100 effectively and safely.
1. What does Daquetin 100 do?
Daquetin 100 medicine has the main ingredient is Quetiapine (as quetiapine fumarate) 100mg.
Daquetin 100 is indicated in the treatment of:
Schizophrenia for adults and children from 13 to 17 years old; Bipolar disorder for adults and children aged 10-17 years: Manic and depressive episodes in bipolar disorder; Prevention of recurrence of manic or depressive episodes in patients with bipolar disorder who have previously responded to quetiapine therapy.
2. How to take Daquetin 100
Daquetin dosage:
Schizophrenia: Take 2 times/day on total daily dose; Adults: Maximum dose 750mg/day. Day 1 50mg, day 2 100mg, day 3 200mg, day 4 300mg. On the 4th day onwards, the dose is adjusted to 300-450mg/day. Children from 13 to 17 years old: The recommended dose is 400-800mg/day. Maintenance treatment: 400-800mg/day, the maximum dose should not exceed 800mg/day. Manic episodes associated with bipolar disorder: Adults: The recommended dose is 400-800 mg/day, up to a maximum of 800 mg/day. Children from 10 to 17 years old: The recommended dose is 400-600mg/day, up to 600mg/day. Usage: Day 1 50mg, day 2 100mg, day 3 200mg, day 4 300mg, day 5 400mg. Depressive episodes associated with bipolar disorder: Take in the evening before bed. The recommended dose for adults is 300mg/day. Maintenance treatment in manic bipolar disorder: Daily dose 400-800mg/day, divided into 2 oral doses, in combination with Lithium or Divalproex.
3. Contraindications of Daquetin 100
Do not use Daquetin 100 for the following subjects:
Hypersensitivity to any ingredient of the drug; Are taking drugs that inhibit CYP3A4 such as antifungal drugs Azol, Erythromycin, Clarithromycin, Nefazadone.
4. Undesirable effects of the drug Daquetin 100
Daquetin 100 may cause the following side effects:
Very common side effects of Daquetin 100 include drowsiness, dizziness, headache, dry mouth, mild weakness, constipation, low blood pressure posture, tachycardia, dyspepsia, weight gain, abnormal muscle movements, dyslipidemia. Other common side effects include swelling of the hands and feet, increased blood sugar, rapid hunger, nausea, fever, blurred vision, shortness of breath, increased liver enzymes, disturbance in speech. Other less common side effects such as allergic reactions include swelling of the skin, swelling around the mouth, difficulty swallowing, and movement disorders mainly of the face and tongue. Very rare side effects such as neuroleptic malignant syndrome include high fever, sweating, muscle spasticity, yellowing of the skin and eyes, hepatitis, venous thrombosis, menstrual disturbances, and hyperthermia. .
5. Be careful when using Daquetin 100
Before taking Daquetin 100, tell your doctor of the following:
If you or someone in your family have heart problems such as weakened heart muscle or heart failure, low blood pressure, ever stroke, or liver problems, history of blood clots, sleep apnea; If you have diabetes or are at risk for diabetes, have ever had a low white blood cell count. People with rare hereditary problems such as galactose intolerance, lactase deficiency, or glucose-galactose malabsorption should not take this medicine.
If you are an elderly person with dementia, this drug should not be used because it can increase the risk of stroke and death.
Tell your doctor immediately if you have any of the following problems after using the drug:
Clinical manifestations such as excessive body temperature, muscle spasticity, mental status changes, autonomic instability , increased creatine phosphokinase. In this case, you should stop taking Quetiapine and tell your doctor. Movement disorder , usually in the face and tongue. Dizziness, drowsiness. Taking medication can increase suicidal thoughts, so if you have any thoughts or behaviors that put you at risk, tell your doctor right away or go to the nearest hospital.
The drug can cause weight gain, so check your weight regularly.
Pregnancy: Quetiapine should be used during pregnancy only when the potential benefit outweighs the potential risk to the fetus.
Lactation: It is not known to what extent quetiapine is excreted in human milk. Therefore, it should be avoided by lactating women.
Above is all information about the drug Daquetin 100. To ensure safety for your health and maximize the effectiveness of your treatment, you need to take Daquetin 100 exactly as directed by your doctor.
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