Question

does quetiapine cause weight gain

Answer 1

yes,Quetiapine can cause huge weight gain, in any event, when utilized in little to direct portions for rest. It has additionally been related with expanded blood glucose (sugar) and dyslipidaemia (a lopsidedness of fats circling in the blood). These expansion the danger of creating type 2 diabetes and heart illness.

Answer 2

Yes, Quetiapine is an atypical antipsychotic that may cause a significant (moderate) weight gain, especially in the first months of treatment. One of the reasons that make Quetiapine (as other antipsychotics) increasing weight, is that because they increase the appetite and craving for fatty food, as well as, It's reported that quetiapine can also increase blood sugar (glucose), hence increasing the risk of type 2 diabetes.