Seroquel (quetiapine) tips from pharmacists

• Check your blood sugar regularly as directed by your doctor, as quetiapine can increase your blood sugar.

• Immediate-release quetiapine can be taken with or without food. However, Seroquel XR should be taken on an empty stomach or with a light meal (less than 300 calories) in the evening.

• It is important to keep all of your lab and doctor appointments to ensure that Seroquel (quetiapine) is safe and effective for you. 

• As quetiapine can cause increased appetite, increased blood sugar, elevated blood cholesterol, leading to weight gain, you should exercise regularly and follow a healthy diet. Information on healthy eating and exercise can be found at the following sites: 
  
  http://www.helpguide.org/articles/healthy-eating/healthy-eating.htm
  http://www.helpguide.org/home-pages/exercise-fitness.htm