Apparently there is no weaning protocol for Seroquel. How did your doctor suggest to wean from it? What side effects did you feel whilst weaning? How long did it take to wean and how long did it take for the weaning side effects to clear? How are you doing now while not taking it? I've weaned off of all my meds (was taking Cipralex for 5 years, and the Seroquel for two)(stopped the Cipralex July 8th - slower wean than first unsuccessful attempt; stopped Seroquel Nov., 20th) Anyone else successfully wean off of meds and been able to stay off of them? When I feel this poorly I want to run back to them; but I didn't feel that great on them either and I try to remind myself of the reasons I went off. Graciously receptive of your input and thanking you in advance: A.B.H. p.s. I am in no way encouraging or suggesting that anyone else wean from meds if they are helping. Just thought I'd add that. Our medication journeys are definitely individual and must cater to our individual situations. :-)
Was taking Seroquel XR 50 mg for two years for sleep. Has anyone out there weaned from Seroquel?
Question posted by AnnieBHappy on 28 Dec 2012
Last updated on 12 September 2017 by VivianOHara
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Hi. Stumbled on this while checking seroquel with melatonin. 4 yrs ago a friend gave me 25 mg seroquel for sleep. 20 minutes more reading and good night Irene! Since then he and l experimented with lessoning the dose. My psychiatrist prescribed 150 XR. He also knows l do this (don't fix it if it's not broke), l bite the tiniest amount averaging about 5 mgs. Yes, one pill lasts a long time. Exact same thing happens... 20 minutes and out. No drowsiness and thank goodness no nagging to go get a pile of something to eat in bed. I also fall asleep without any.
Annie did you end up successfully withdrawing from Seroquel?
Hi, i know this isn't exactly answering your question, but if it helps, in the past i reduced from Seroquel 200mg(XL) to 150mg(XL) overnight without any side effects. Your question is interesting for me as i am back on 200mg(XL) now and have wondered how difficult it would be to discontinue if/when the time comes, so thanks for posting!
Hi Delila... Yes, ANY input is always helpful... doesn't necessarily have to directly answer the question; the more info we have, the easier it is to try to put puzzle pieces together. 'Knowledge is Wisdom' and our collective experiences are bound to help each other through the maze of pharmaceuticals etc... Thanks for your input Delila, A.B.H
Hello Annie. I was on it for several years. (Off label) for my insomnia. Being highly tolerant to any given drug, especially in regards to the hypnotics, I was on 300mg and when I stopped, did so abruptly. As I do in most all of the medications that I have taken over time.. Be it over the counter or prescribed. You should be feeling less of the side effects, such as hungar pains, unable to sleep, or feeling irritable. Regards pledge
Wow! Pledge, what were your side effects from stopping so abruptly? I know this is a corny question and comment; but how did you come up with the Pseudonym 'Pledge' (only if you want to share of course and goes without saying)... I liked it from the start... On really bAAD days I say to myself: "I Pledge to keep on trying... " And it reminds me there are kind people out there who are struggling as well... I hope that's not too weird to share... but your Code name (not sure what they're really called - are they 'Code names') has given me strength along with others... Like "Pickles" -- that's a new one to me and it makes me giggle... again, hope this post isn't too corny!!! Thanks for sharing, A.B.H.
Hello Annie. I had no symptoms whatsoever. Which is a plus. A downside is that the Seroquel quit working fairly much altogether. That along with my insurance no longer covering the drug at that time, so that worked in my favour. (however now they do so again).
Thanks Pledge. Hmmm... Maybe my withdrawal effects are some I'm still feeling from discontinuing the Cipralex (I know the first time I tried to wean from it, I had a heck of a horrible time) Or, I've relapsed C.F.S/Fibro-wise and am misplacing the blame for my symptoms on the withdrawal from the Seroquel. I know I've read a blog on another site where the fellow said that he felt two months of quite severe weakness etc following his Seroquel withdrawal and then was a-okay. I guess like symptoms from taking meds the withdrawing from them will be varied in response. I'm glad yours went so well! Thanks for your input; always very insightful and helpful! A.B.H.
You are welcome Annie. Have a great weekend and a healthy, prosperous New Year.
well I'm on 75mg of it and It stared out at 50 mg to help me sleep. I guess if you can do it at 300mg I can do it at 75mg. Thanks for your answer.
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