Qpen
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About Qpen Products
Qpen Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Qpen are Dizziness, Dryness in mouth, Sleepiness, Constipation, Fatigue, High blood pressure, Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing), Dyslipidemia.
How Qpen Products work
Quetiapine is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by modulating the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that affect thoughts.
Patient Concerns about Qpen Products
Frequently asked questions about Qpen Products
Frequently asked questions about Quetiapine
Q. What does Qpen 100mg Tablet do to the brain?
Qpen 100mg Tablet helps to correct chemical imbalances in the brain. It acts on various chemical messengers in the brain like dopamine and serotonin. It prevents the excessive activity of dopamine, helping to treat symptoms of schizophrenia and mania.
Q. Is Qpen 100mg Tablet a sleeping pill?
Qpen 100mg Tablet can make you feel sleepy, but it is not used as a sleeping pill. Qpen 100mg Tablet is approved for the treatment of symptoms of schizophrenia. It prevents as well as treats episodes of mania and depression in bipolar disorder. It is also used with other medicines to treat depression.
Q. How long does Qpen 100mg Tablet take to work?
You may start seeing an improvement within a week of starting Qpen 100mg Tablet but full benefits may take about 4-6 weeks to appear.
Q. Is Qpen 100mg Tablet good for anxiety?
Qpen 100mg Tablet has not been approved for the treatment of anxiety; however, your doctor may prescribe it for anxiety. Some studies suggest its use in post-traumatic stress disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, and anxiety associated with mood disorders.
Q. What should I avoid while taking Qpen 100mg Tablet?
Qpen 100mg Tablet can cause drowsiness. So, do not drive, operate machinery or do anything dangerous until you know how Qpen 100mg Tablet affects you. Do not drink alcohol while taking Qpen 100mg Tablet as it may worsen the drowsiness. Avoid getting dehydrated or over-exposure to heat.
Q. Can I stop taking Qpen 100mg Tablet if I am better now?
No, you should not stop taking Qpen 100mg Tablet without consulting your doctor. Suddenly stopping it may cause nausea, vomiting, headache, diarrhea, dizziness, irritability and inability to sleep. If you feel better, consult your doctor who will gradually reduce the dose before completely stopping it.
Q. Can Qpen 100mg Tablet cause weight gain?
Yes, weight gain is a common side effect of Qpen 100mg Tablet. If you feel you are gaining weight, consult your doctor or a nutritionist who will suggest you a diet and some exercise to help you manage your weight.
Q. How should Qpen 100mg Tablet be taken?
Take Qpen 100mg Tablet exactly as advised by your doctor. Do not split, chew or crush the tablets. Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Do not take it with food. It is advised to take this medicine for at least one hour before a meal or at bedtime. Do not take grapefruit while taking Qpen 100mg Tablet as it may affect the working of this medicine.
Products for Qpen
Qpen 100mg Tablet
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₹75.7
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Qpen 50mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
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₹49.5
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Qpen 25mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹33.2
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Qpen 200mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹123.4
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