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If you came direct to this page from a search engine and you don't know about this chronic pain condition (now called CRPS, but traditionally known as RSD), please take time to visit our Home page and learn about this painful condition.

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RSD Alert is a voluntary organisation publishing information about CRPS (traditionally knwn as RSD). Most of the data is provided by our readers.
All approved medical drugs work for some people but not for everyone.
Don't be alarmed by what you read. Many of our pages show both good and bad comments... read both to get a balanced view. If in doubt consult your medical advisor.
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Drugs on RSD Alert

(notes and comments from correspondents)

Seroquel

Description
 Seroquel (quetiapine fumarate) is a dibenzothiazepine derivative classed as a psychotropic agent. It is provided in the form of white to off-white crystalline semi-suluble powder or as round tablets (25 mg peach, 100 mg yellow, 200 mg white) or capsule-shaped tablets 300 mg white. We have reports of it being prescribed to RSD patients. Please tell us if you have RSD and have been prescribed this medication
Side effects

(Don't be unduly alarmed. All drugs cause side effects for some patients)

 Abdominal pain, constipation, dizziness, drowsiness, light headedness, sore throat, sudden drop in blood pressure when standing, upset stomach, weakness, weight gain. There have also been reports of elevated blood sugar (special risk for diabetics).
Warnings

(These are standard cautions but may not apply in your case)

 Avoid this drug if you may be pregnant or are breastfeeding. Do not drink alcohol while taking a course or treatment with this drug. If you develop symptoms of elevated blood sugar or diabetes including excessive thirst, increased urination, overeating, or weakness, contact your doctor.

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