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M Erkan Ozcan1, Burhanettin Kaya, Ruhcan Polat
1Department of Psychiatry, Inonu University Medical School, Malatya, Turkey. eozcan@inonu.edu.tr
Abstract:
Observations made with quetiapine (QUET) in this case give clues for some aspects of its use for patients with bipolar disorder. Weight gain (11 kg; 16.6% increase in 21 weeks) and improvement in manic symptoms occurred after QUET add-on to lithium (Li). Patient's mood improved after QUET add-on without causing extrapyramidal symptoms (EPS), while QUET was discontinued due to weight gain. Short-term QUET add-on to Li may help mood stabilization in bipolar I disorder. Weight changes must be observed carefully.
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