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kuznovy2k

Updated 10mo ago

Need help getting off Seroquel, it's causing weight gain!

how did you get off seroquel? this drug has made me double in size. I'm on 800mg at night and I'm desperate to get off it so i can finally keep the weight off

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One user mentioned that they spoke to their doctor about wanting to get off Seroquel due to weight gain, and the doctor gradually reduced their dosage. However, it's important to note that this should...See More

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Redvelninja

1y

Yikes! That's a large amount. Maybe lessening the amount of the medication? Just a suggestion. Talk to your doctor and see what your options are and tell them your situation.
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hairyfairy

11mo

I'm only at 100mg but I ask my psychiatrist about lessening it every time I see her. She says not yet every time. I've gained 40 lbs. Hoping she'll consider it at our next appointment.
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CootiePie

10mo

I take 600 mg every day and I have tried getting off of it for the same reason and i literally couldn’t get out of bed by the third day without it. I just felt so depressed.

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