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Posted 10/26/2016 8:54 AM (GMT 0)
i started 25 mg seroquel 5 days ago, and its working like a charm. i can already feel a big difference, its taken the edge off my anxiety. My biggest concern was weight gain, although i am experiencing an increase in my appetite, its not significant. Its manageable. I am thinking about increasing the dose to 50 mg, my doc's okay with that. But my concern that increasing the dose this fast, before giving my body a chance to adapt to 25 mg', would alter my appetite significantly. Should i wait a couple of weeks to increase the dosage or would it be okay to do it now. Maybe i am worrying unnecessarily. Any suggestions?
Posted 10/26/2016 2:52 PM (GMT 0)
Hi RD,

I am so glad to hear of the marked improvement that you're already experiencing...this is great news!

Typically two weeks at a start up dose before an increase is considered a good pace, however...everyone is different, so it could be that you are ready.

Another thing to consider is to not double yet, but to go up by 12.5 first (37.5 total) for a week, then onto the 50 mg. (checking with your doctor first to ensure pill splitting is approved)

Wishing you the best in however you proceed. Keep up the great work of reaching your recovery goals.:)

S.C.
Posted 10/26/2016 8:54 PM (GMT 0)
Thats pretty good advice, thanks Sc.
Posted 10/27/2016 4:37 AM (GMT 0)
I don't have any advice, just wanted to say I'm glad it's starting to work for you! Always a good sign!
Posted 10/27/2016 7:23 PM (GMT 0)
Hi

I'm pleased to hear it's working well for you.

I would say that if 25mg is working well for you then stay at that dose for a few more weeks and by the you should have a better idea if that dose is continuing to be of benefit and if not increase.

Hibee
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