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Quetiapine

Generic Name
Quetiapine
Brand Names
Seroquel
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C21H25N3O2S
CAS Number
111974-69-7
Unique Ingredient Identifier
BGL0JSY5SI

Overview

Initially approved by the FDA in 1997, quetiapine is a second-generation atypical antipsychotic used in schizophrenia, major depression, and bipolar disorder. Quetiapine demonstrates a high level of therapeutic efficacy and low risk of adverse effects during long-term treatment. It is well-tolerated and a suitable option for some patients with high sensitivity to other drugs, such as Clozapine and Olanzapine.

Background

Initially approved by the FDA in 1997, quetiapine is a second-generation atypical antipsychotic used in schizophrenia, major depression, and bipolar disorder. Quetiapine demonstrates a high level of therapeutic efficacy and low risk of adverse effects during long-term treatment. It is well-tolerated and a suitable option for some patients with high sensitivity to other drugs, such as Clozapine and Olanzapine.

Indication

Quetiapine is used in the symptomatic treatment of schizophrenia. In addition, it may be used for the management of acute manic or mixed episodes in patients with bipolar I disorder, as a monotherapy or combined with other drugs. It may be used to manage depressive episodes in bipolar disorder. In addition to the above indications, quetiapine is used in combination with antidepressant drugs for the treatment of major depression. Some off-label uses for this drug include the management of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), generalized anxiety disorder, and psychosis associated with Parkinson's disease.

Associated Conditions

  • Bipolar 1 Disorder
  • Depressive Episodes
  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
  • Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)
  • Mixed manic depressive episode
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Psychosis
  • Schizophrenia
  • Acute Manic episode

Clinical Trials

Title
Posted
Study ID
Phase
Status
Sponsor
2024/08/09
Early Phase 1
Not yet recruiting
2024/05/30
Phase 4
Recruiting
2024/03/27
Phase 3
Recruiting
Foundation for Advancing Veterans' Health Research
2024/01/11
Not Applicable
Completed
Dr Rabia Arshad
2023/10/02
Phase 2
Recruiting
Lone Baandrup
2023/08/03
Phase 3
Recruiting
Dr. Inge Winter
2023/05/03
N/A
Recruiting
Central South University
2023/04/06
Not Applicable
Recruiting
2023/03/31
Phase 2
Completed
2022/11/02
Phase 3
Recruiting
Dr. Inge Winter

FDA Drug Approvals

Approved Product
Manufacturer
NDC Code
Route
Strength
Effective Date
SpecGx LLC
0406-1180
ORAL
50 mg in 1 1
2/5/2014
A-S Medication Solutions
50090-3342
ORAL
50 mg in 1 1
9/19/2023
NCS HealthCare of KY, LLC dba Vangard Labs
0615-7986
ORAL
25 mg in 1 1
2/9/2023
Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
68180-612
ORAL
50 mg in 1 1
12/15/2023
Northstar RxLLC
16714-454
ORAL
100 mg in 1 1
12/2/2022
Bryant Ranch Prepack
63629-2479
ORAL
150 mg in 1 1
4/22/2020
Bryant Ranch Prepack
71335-2157
ORAL
200 mg in 1 1
3/11/2022
ST. MARY'S MEDICAL PARK PHARMACY
60760-866
ORAL
200 mg in 1 1
5/23/2025
A-S Medication Solutions
50090-2420
ORAL
200 mg in 1 1
5/6/2021
ACI Healthcare USA, Inc.
71093-137
ORAL
200 mg in 1 1
4/22/2020

EMA Drug Approvals

Approved Product
Authorization Holder
Status
Issued Date
No EMA approvals found for this drug.

HSA Drug Approvals

Approved Product
Manufacturer
Approval Number
Dosage Form
Strength
Approval Date
Quetiapine Sandoz 100 mg Tablets
SIN13839P
TABLET, FILM COATED
100 mg
7/26/2010
SEROQUEL TABLET 200 mg
SIN09771P
TABLET, FILM COATED
200 mg
5/16/1998
APO-QUETIAPINE TABLET 100MG
SIN14343P
TABLET, FILM COATED
100MG
4/25/2013
SEROQUEL TABLET 100 mg
SIN09767P
TABLET, FILM COATED
100 mg
5/16/1998
Ketipinor Tablet 200 mg
SIN13769P
TABLET, FILM COATED
200 mg
2/26/2010
Ketipinor Tablet 25 mg
SIN13767P
TABLET, FILM COATED
25 mg
2/26/2010
SEROQUEL TABLET 25 mg
SIN09766P
TABLET, FILM COATED
25 mg
5/16/1998
SAQUIN SR PROLONGED-RELEASE TABLETS 300MG
SIN16692P
TABLET, EXTENDED RELEASE
300.000mg
2/14/2023
Seroquel XR Tablet 50mg
SIN13502P
TABLET, EXTENDED RELEASE
50 mg
7/29/2008
Seroquel XR Tablet 300mg
SIN13504P
TABLET, EXTENDED RELEASE
300 mg
7/29/2008

NMPA Drug Approvals

Approved Product
Company
Approval Number
Drug Type
Dosage Form
Approval Date
Quetiapine Fumarate Tablets
国药准字H20258051
化学药品
片剂
4/2/2025
Quetiapine Fumarate Tablets
国药准字H20213870
化学药品
片剂
11/17/2021
Quetiapine Fumarate Tablets
国药准字H20258052
化学药品
片剂
4/2/2025
Quetiapine Fumarate Tablets
国药准字H20213873
化学药品
片剂
11/17/2021
Quetiapine Fumarate Tablets
国药准字H20070040
化学药品
片剂
6/5/2020
Quetiapine Fumarate Tablets
国药准字H20233800
化学药品
片剂
9/28/2023
Quetiapine Fumarate Tablets
国药准字H20203368
化学药品
片剂
7/29/2020
Quetiapine Fumarate Tablets
国药准字H20133105
化学药品
片剂
6/5/2020
Quetiapine Fumarate Tablets
国药准字H20030741
化学药品
片剂
6/5/2020
Quetiapine Fumarate Tablets
国药准字H20133106
化学药品
片剂
6/5/2020
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