Joint Formulary & PAD

Quetiapine - Parkinson's Disease (psychosis)

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Formulations :
  • Modified release tablets
  • Tablets
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Restrictions / Comments :
Important
Note added January 2025 - this drug should be initiated by a specialist.

Documentation

PAD Profile

ChemicalSubstance :
Quetiapine
Indication :
Parkinson's Disease (psychosis)
Group Name :
Keywords :
psychotic symptoms, PD, hallucinations, delusions
Brand Names Include :
Seroquel, Zaluron XL, Ebesque XL, Biquelle XL, Sondate, Tenprolide XL, Mintreleq XL, Atrolak XL
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Supporting Documents :
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Other Indications

Below are listed other indications that Quetiapine is used to treat.

  • No records returned.

Other Drugs

Below are listed other drugs that are used to treat Parkinson's Disease (psychosis).

Committee Recommendations (1)

Quetiapine can be used to treat hallucinations and delusions in Parkinson's Disease (unlicensed use) in patients with no cognitive impairment.

Quetiapine for this condition should only be initiated on request from a Parkinson's specialist. Note added January 2025 - this drug should be prescribed on initiated by a specialist.


Advice must be sought from a specialist in Parkinson's Disease before modifying therapy.