Seroquel is a brand of drug known as quetiapine, an anti-psychotic medication used in the treatment of psychotic illnesses like schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. In bipolar disorder, seroquel is used as a way of calming manic episodes. The drug is available by prescription only and should be taken under the care of a doctor. A variety of side effects are recognized, some of which affect the digestive tract.
Constipation
According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, taking seroquel can result in constipation and urinary retention. If you suffer from decreased gastrointestinal motility or urinary retention, consult your physician.
Black Tarry Stool
Taking seroquel may result in what is known as black, tarry stool. A black tarry stool is actually colored by blood from the upper part of the gastrointestinal tract, including the esophagus, stomach and upper part of the lower intestine. This could be indicative of an inflammation in the GI area.
Dyspepsia
In certain people, seroquel can cause dyspepsia, a condition that causes the stomach to feel uncomfortably full after a meal. This can be accompanied by indigestion, heartburn and abdominal pain.
Weight Gain
Weight gain has also been reported in a number of people taking seroquel. This weight gain could be, in part, due to a reported increase in triglycerides: fatty acids that are hard for the body to break down.
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