Posted by jay on October 18, 2001, at 11:19:33
In reply to Seroquel and anxiety, posted by Joeypanic on October 18, 2001, at 3:00:44
> I am taking 50 mgs of Seroquel at night to >sleep and it knocks me out.I also take 100mg of >zoloft and 2 mg of klonopin.My problem is how >safe is it? I have this fear of neuroplectic >malignant syndrome...is it possible with such as >a low dose??? I started devolping flu like >symptoms(upset stomach,stuffy nose,feeling of >being unwell) Could Seroquel be causing this?
Joey:
NMS seems low with the newer atypical antipsychotics, but really, with all meds, there is a chance of problems. Generally, though, there seems little to worry about. Best to do is, if you are concerned, talk to your doc. He/She can monitor you for any problems. What is important *now*, is that you get help getting your symptoms under control. If the Seroquel 50mg helps, then stick with it.
About the flu-like symptoms, they are widely reported with the SRI's (Prozac, Zoloft, etc), and I experienced the same thing with Zoloft, especially at higher doses. (Like 100mg)
If you find a lower dose, like 50mg of Zoloft, doesn't cause the flu-like symptoms, you could try that. *BUT*, you must consult your doc as always, as changing doses of meds can't be done quickly.
Good luck, and keep coming back for support.Jay
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