quetiapine
Antipsychotic (atypical)What it's for
Bipolar, schizophrenia, (off-label sleep)
Nursing considerations
- Orthostatic hypotension — rise slowly, falls
- Sedation is dose-dependent
- Metabolic effects long-term: glucose, weight
Key side effects
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BP, glucose, sedation
Source: Generic names only, per NCSBN convention. Primary sources: Lehne's Pharmacology for Nursing Care, 11th ed.; Davis's Drug Guide for Nurses. Educational reference — verify every medication decision against your facility's formulary, pharmacy, and the prescriber. Doses shown are typical adult references, not recommendations.Reference only — verify against your facility's policy.
