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Seroquel and Cataracts

Result of checking the interaction of drug Seroquel and disease Cataracts for safety when used together.

Check result:

Seroquel <> Cataracts

Relevance: 23.07.2019 Reviewer: Shkutko P.M., M.D., in

When checking interaction based on authoritative sources Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com there are contraindications or side effects that may cause harm or increase the negative effect from drug use in presence of concomitant diseases.

Consumer:

Prolonged use of quetiapine was associated with the development of cataracts in dogs. Lens changes have also been observed in humans during chronic treatment with quetiapine, but a causal relationship has not been established. Long-term therapy with quetiapine should be administered cautiously in patients with a history of cataracts. Examination of the lens by slit lamp exam or other appropriately sensitive methods is recommended at initiation of treatment or shortly thereafter and at 6-month intervals during chronic treatment.

References:

Valibhai F, Phan NB, Still DJ, True J "Cataracts and quetiapine." Am J Psychiat 158 (2001): 966
"Product Information. Seroquel (quetiapine)." Zeneca Pharmaceuticals, Wilmington, DE.

Seroquel

Generic Name: quetiapine

Brand Name: Seroquel, Seroquel XR

Synonyms: n.a.

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