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Posted 4/21/2015 11:57 AM (GMT 0)
Hi all,
I have been on Seroquel 50mg for a year for GAD and sleep problems. I have gained a lot of weight and just cannot seem to control my appetite - especially at night, when I take it.

My GP knows very little about this drug - it was prescribed by PDoc - who I am waiting to see. Totally frustrated by the weight and constant over eating, I reduced from 50mg to 25mg 3 nights ago. I am beginning to feel the physical symptoms of the 'free-floating' anxiety again. IS this because there has been too steep a decline by half-ing the dose?

As 25mg is the lowest dose available, I am not sure how else to do it.

Has anyone had experience of coming off Seroquel 50mg?
Posted 4/21/2015 4:28 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Veronica,

You are likely having an increase in your anxiety as a simple cause and effect of cessation from that which was managing the issue.

Have you sought to replace the Rx with coping skills or work in therapy? It is hard to let go of one treatment option, without picking up a 'replacement' tool.

Here is the link to our Resources for some great self-help material that you may find beneficial.

https://www.healingwell.com/community/default.aspx?f=9&m=104206

While you are waiting to hear from your prescribing doctor...you may want to check out this site in regards to cessation and possible titration from the Seroquel. Water titration is the most gradual and gentle method of weaning. I'm not sure if it is possible with your med, but you can look into it...

On-line drug weaning information: (to be used in conjunction with, not substitution for your doctor's instructions)

http://www.theroadback.org

Best wishes, and let us know how it is going soon!
Posted 4/22/2015 9:06 AM (GMT 0)
Hi Veronica


I used to take 50mg Seroquel and found it very effective but did put a lot of weight on so switched to Haldol (Haloperidol).

I did not have any problems stopping the Seroquel but did see an increase in my anxiety for a while but used the coping techniques I had to help manage this.

Hibee
Posted 4/22/2015 11:52 AM (GMT 0)
Thank you, Hibee

I have never heard of Haldol (Haloperidol). My doctor never mentioned it. Is it a good alternative for GAD? I agree Seroquel v effective- just cannot manage weight on it.

Veronica
Posted 4/23/2015 8:28 AM (GMT 0)
Hi Veronica
I agree the main downside of Seroquel is the weight gain which it is well known for and the main reason people stop taking it.
I tried a few other antipsychotics and found that Haldol was the best I only take a small dose of it as it is a strong medication.
Hibee
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