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Quetiapine and Alcohol / Food Interactions

There are 2 alcohol/food/lifestyle interactions with quetiapine which include:

Quetiapine and Alcohol (Ethanol)

Minor Drug Interaction

Quetiapine has been reported to potentiate the cognitive and motor effects of alcohol. The mechanism of action is not known. Alcohol should be avoided by patients who are receiving quetiapine.

High Cholesterol (Hyperlipoproteinemia, Hypertriglyceridemia, Sitosterolemia)

Moderate Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility

quetiapine - hyperlipidemia

According to the manufacturer, patients treated with quetiapine in 3- to 6-week placebo-controlled trials had increases in cholesterol and triglyceride of 11% and 17%, respectively, compared to slight decreases in the placebo group. Patients with preexisting hyperlipidemia may require closer monitoring during quetiapine therapy, and adjustments made accordingly in their lipid-lowering regimen.

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quetiapine drug Interactions

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There are 14 disease interactions with quetiapine which include:

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Drug Interaction Classification

The classifications below are a general guideline only. It is difficult to determine the relevance of a particular drug interaction to any individual given the large number of variables.

Major Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit.
Moderate Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances.
Minor Minimally clinically significant. Minimize risk; assess risk and consider an alternative drug, take steps to circumvent the interaction risk and/or institute a monitoring plan.

Do not stop taking any medications without consulting your healthcare provider.


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