Q PIN SR 200MG TABLET belongs to a group of medications called ‘antipsychotics’. It is used in the treatment of bipolar depression, mania and schizophrenia. Bipolar disorder is characterized by manic episodes of excitement or euphoria and depression. Schizophrenia is characterized by symptoms of hallucinations (seeing or hearing things that are not real) and delusions (wrong beliefs).

Q PIN SR 200MG TABLET contains ‘quetiapine’, which is an antipsychotic drug. It acts by blocking dopamine, a hormone in the brain responsible for developing symptoms of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Q PIN SR 200MG TABLET  also affects other neurotransmitters in the brain, such as serotonin, and its beneficial effects may also be related to this. Altogether  Q PIN SR 200MG TABLET  rebalances dopamine and serotonin to improve thinking, mood and behaviour.

Q PIN SR 200MG TABLET should be taken as prescribed by the doctor. Common side-effects of Q PIN SR 200MG TABLET are dizziness, drowsiness, headache, dry mouth, abnormal muscle movements such as difficulty moving muscles, tremors and muscle stiffness,  change in cholesterol levels, weight gain, and decrease in haemoglobin (protein in blood that carries oxygen) levels. Additionally, in children and adolescents, swelling of breasts in boys and girls and production of breast milk (due to an increase in prolactin hormone (helps in producing breast milk)) and irregular menstruation can be seen. Please do not stop taking Q PIN SR 200MG TABLET without your doctor’s advice, as it may lead to withdrawal symptoms.

Do not take Q PIN SR 200MG TABLET if you are allergic to quetiapine or any other ingredients present in it. Before taking Q PIN SR 200MG TABLET , inform your doctor if you have problems associated with the liver, kidney or heart. Also, inform your doctor if you have any sleeping difficulties. It is not recommended for use in children under 18 years of age. Tell your doctor immediately if you develop suicidal thoughts, or your depression worsens after taking Q PIN SR 200MG TABLET . Q PIN SR 200MG TABLET contains lactose, so it should not be given to people who are intolerant to some sugars. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Q PIN SR 200MG TABLET contains ‘quetiapine’ that belongs to the class of antipsychotics. It works by blocking the dopamine receptors preventing the excessive activity of dopamine. Dopamine is a ‘feel-good hormone’ that promotes happiness, excitement and pleasure. It alters brain function, improving mood, thinking ability and social behaviour. It reduces the development of symptoms in patients with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder or other mood disorders. Q PIN SR 200MG TABLET  also has effects on other neurotransmitters in the brain, such as serotonin, and its beneficial effects may also be related to this. Altogether  Q PIN SR 200MG TABLET  rebalances dopamine and serotonin to improve thinking, mood and behaviour.

Do not take Q PIN SR 200MG TABLET if you are allergic to quetiapine or any ingredients present in it. Before taking Q PIN SR 200MG TABLET , inform your doctor if you have low blood pressure, stroke, liver problems, seizures, diabetes, dementia (memory loss), alcohol or drug abuse, sleep apnea (a sleep disorder) and urinary retention. Q PIN SR 200MG TABLET contains lactose, so it should not be given to people with lactose intolerance. Do not abruptly stop taking the medication as it may cause withdrawal symptoms, especially suicidal thoughts in young adults.