User Reviews for Quetiapine (Seroquel)

Seroquel almost killed me! It was prescribed at the lowest dose 1/2 pill to increase my appetite and help me sleep. I've got depression and PTSD. Seroquel killed my appetite, I stopped eating due to severe stomach pain that developed within weeks of starting the drug. I ended up in the ER twice for IV fluids and electrolytes because I developed gastroparesis. I've had to endure multiple tests and see several specialists for treatment. I'm currently malnourished and experiencing refeeding syndrome. It's going to take months and months to regain proper digestive system function and my health. I can barely walk down the driveway because I'm so weak. All this is a result of taking Seroquel and as soon as I stopped taking it my digestive system started functioning again. BE EXTREMELY CAUTIOUS! This experience almost took my life.Read More Read Less

Was never informed of side effects. and kept ib a dosage of 200mg for about 25 yeard and then on my request reduced to 100 mg for last 5 years. Started sufferering last year with memory loss. Lack of concentration, cognitive impaitment sleep disorders, restless leg syndrome spread to arms, involuntary movement of arms and hands, headaches, anger outburst and cardiac arrhythmia, dizziness, fainting, lack of co ordinarion and falling, confusion and losing 29kg m, now weighing 44 kg (97lbs.) Gp and 2 neurologists failed to diagnose me and I had to do my own research. Seroquil is a dangerous drug that ruined my life. It should have been taken off the market long ago after all their lies came to light in the class action suit. Read More Read Less

Seroquel has heightened my glucose level to prediabetes also I understand that as I am elderly I should not be taking this medication aged 86

Helps me sleep, helps with my mania and my depression. On top of that it’s extremely affordable. Recommend if you’re having trouble with sleep paired with lots of mania and anxiety.

Miracle Pill! I abused alcohol for 28 years and had to take Ativan to sleep. Finally, my Doctor weaned me off of Ativan and prescribed Seroquel 3X (25 mg.) a night for sleep. 2 months later, I realized that I no longer had alcohol cravings. 20 months later and I am 90% sober. Yes, I did gain weight, but lost it due to reduced favorite foods and stretching. Now, I only take 25 mg. nightly. Also, not sure if due to much reduced drinking of alcohol or the Seroquel, but my for the first time in a couple of decades, I am extremely clearheaded. Feels good to come out of the cloud.Read More Read Less

I suffer from Bipolar 2. Ever since I’ve been on Seraquel 225mg which was added to my Effexor 300mg daily I’ve found a vast improvement in my mood. I’m no longer under a dark cloud every waking moment. I find I sleep longer which can be an adverse effect if I’ve stayed up late. Overall the combination has helped me dramatically!

I am a 31 y/o female who has suffered from C-PTSD for the past 10 years. An incident involving vibrations from an air conditioner led my nervous system into complete dysregulation where I did not sleep for 2-3 weeks. It was terrifying. I am now up to 50mg of seroquel, and 3mg Prazosin. These drugs have helped me so much. I have not had any weight gain. In fact - I’ve probably lost weight because I’m finally sleeping and don’t find myself to be as hungry as I was before (when you’re consistently underslept - you’re prone to weight gain). I am still sometimes concerned about the negative reviews for seroquel, but quite frankly, it’s helping me to return to work, function and live my best life. I only recently upped it to 50mg and I’m learning that I need to take it much earlier in the evening so that getting up in the morning isn’t so bad. Everyone is different. I eat extremely well (mostly meat, fish, vegetables and berries), and I exercise regularly, which I know is all good for my metabolism. My body feels more naturally aligned and well now that I’m sleeping. If you’re like me - and were worried about weight gain - don’t be, especially if you’re doing the work (EMDR, inner child work, grief work etc.). Shedding all of the old trauma through tears and movement will ultimately support your metabolism, and you might just get the best out of this drug. For reference, I work a desk job, and have a masters degree.Read More Read Less

Worked for my insomnia and and is still working now. I only wish they weren’t such small pills! I find myself dropping and losing them sometimes if I’m not careful!

I've been on 50mg for a year now and gained 70 lbs! Had no idea it increases appetite and can cause sleep walking until my dr informed me of it today! It's great for falling asleep but I wasn't aware of my sleep walking and eating until I watched my cameras. Went through a battery of tests trying to find out yhe causes of weight gain and at no point did anyone say ,"Hey seroquel is the issue"! Until TODAY! From what my dr. has said, there aren't many options for sleep meds that don't have side effects but this is nuts! No way can I stay on this medication! Dr recommended I increase to 100mg per night! Read More Read Less

Took for 2 days for severe insomnia, PTSD. Stopped after 2nd day. Had severe suicidal ideation, like voices outside my head coaxing me. I was able to remember how this can happen to children so I chucked the thoughts out. Still freaked out after 4 days. My neck was hardened/frozen. My mind left me/disassociation. I was hospitalized 10 days. Never ever again.

My doctor prescribed me this medication because I have tried Balsamara, triptilane Northrylyiene and so many other sleeping medication’s, and none of them have done anything even doxepine did nothing one of them felt like cotton in my mouth made me feel like I was drugged on roof in but this medication works really well. It completely knocks me out at 50 mg I sleep for 10 hours and I don’t wake up it’s almost like being in a coma. I absolutely love it I’m in chronic pain with my pelvis and I’m 440 pounds. I’m trying to lose weight at 6 foot four thank you to my doctor. I love this medication.Read More Read Less

My psychiatrist prescribed Seroquel 25 mg for my PTSD and related OCD, Derealization/Depersonalization and Panic Disorder. I was nervous after reading reviews. I've been taking it for over a month and I feel wonderful. I don't like taking new meds so I.split the 25mg into 4ths and did that for 4 days. Them upped to a half 25 mg pill and then a full 25 mg. Right now I'm splitting 50mg. I sleep longer, I've had no side effects for overeating(I'm also on Ozempic). I have no racing or ruminating thoughts, I haven't noticed any triggers or flashbacks, and my mood is regulated. I'm not overreacting or underreacting. No side effects at all except maybe a twitch before I fall asleep. I plan to up to a full 50mg next and see how it continues. For right now I'm so thankful my psychiatrist suggested Seroquel. Read More Read Less

Caused massive weight gain.

This drug helped me a lot this year. I was struggling with sleepless nights, panic attacks, GI issues, and other symptoms of C-PTSD last year after burning out from working a decade in the non-profit industry. A nurse prescribed me some Seroquel as an emergency medication and it helped me fall asleep and stay calm enough to engage more deeply in my trauma healing process. It was part of a holistic healing regimen including massage, acupuncture, inner child work, grief work, somatic therapy, and traditional talk therapy as well. It made me drowsy for the first week or two, but I ended up taking up to 50mg at a time (only when needed), titrating down to 25mg, then 12mg, and now only 6.25 (1/4 of a tablet)!! I'm so happy that I got myself this far in my healing journey, but it did take a lot of effort on my part. One tricky part is my insurance only covered me taking 2 tablets at a time, not 1 which was frustrating, but I ended up taking less than "recommended" because I didn't want to build dependency. I got myself a cute pill cutter which helped me portion off the medication. Thank you to all the reviewers on here who shared their experiences with me, which I read at the start of my journey. Celexa (an SSRI) then lithium carbonate was prescribed to me in my mid-20s for "bipolar" and "anxiety" disorders, before I knew how scammy the DSM was. Healing from C-PTSD is no joke, especially as a neurodivergent person, and there's always more to do. Grateful that I'm on the other side of this now though, don't give up!Read More Read Less

I am able to sleep as I would go for day's without any rest, making the depression worse. I am also able to lead a normal life, hold a job and can go out without panic attacks. I’ve been taking it for over 10 years and will continue to take it the remainder of my life. It’s truly changed my life!!

I was on this twice first time they said I went to a restaurant and threatened to kill everybody. I was charged with terrorist threat and sent to Austin state hospital. The second time my kitchen almost burnt down cause I fell asleep and the cops charged me with arson. Luckily I had a court appointed lawyer who checked my mental history and got me deffered probation for 2 years and a half if not I would probably still be undiagnosed sitting in a TDC unit. Very horrible drug

This pill is a miracle pill for me. Nothing was working for me. This knocks me out and gives me the best sleep. I was given 100 mg for sleep. I dont care if im sleepy all day, im just glad im getting sleep finally. Don't listen to the negative reviews. Everyone is different.

I've had chronic insomnia since I was 5. Im 54 now. I have to have something stronger than a horse tranquilizer to sleep at ALL. I was put on this for insomnia. If i skip a night i don't sleep. I gained like 30 pounds but honestly i just have to deal with that because i HAVE to sleep!! When your insomnia is as severe as mine is(4 ambien doesn't even work) you'll do ANYTHING to sleep. I noticed my mental state was a little better though. I'd recommend it as a total last resort.

It doesn’t help me at all with my mood It has done nothing.

I have been on Seroquel for two months and it hasn’t helped me