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Suggest Remedies For Severe Itching Over The Body After Discontinuing Seroquel

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Posted on Mon, 6 Mar 2017
Question: I have run out of my Seraquel XR and am waiting for the refill from the pharmaceutical company. I have developed a severe itch all over my body but no rash. Could this be due to not taking my Seraquel for a week?
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Answered by Dr. salah saad shoman (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Yes

Detailed Answer:
Dear XXXX, seroquel abrubt withdrawal causes a wide range of symptoms . these symptoms iinclude itching all over the body. you can decrease the itching by having cold showers and application of calamine lotion. other withdrawal symptoms include: increased heart rate, sleeping problems, hypersensitivity to sounds, nausea and vomiting , irritability and mood swings, concentration problems, headaches, dizziness and fatigue. gradually decreasing the dose will easen these symptoms. I hope I answered your question
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Suggest Remedies For Severe Itching Over The Body After Discontinuing Seroquel

Brief Answer: Yes Detailed Answer: Dear XXXX, seroquel abrubt withdrawal causes a wide range of symptoms . these symptoms iinclude itching all over the body. you can decrease the itching by having cold showers and application of calamine lotion. other withdrawal symptoms include: increased heart rate, sleeping problems, hypersensitivity to sounds, nausea and vomiting , irritability and mood swings, concentration problems, headaches, dizziness and fatigue. gradually decreasing the dose will easen these symptoms. I hope I answered your question