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The Antipsychotics: Quetiapine (Seroquel)

PsychRounds: The Psychiatry Podcast

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Efficacy and Tolerability of Quetiapine in Alzheimer's Treatment

This chapter analyzes the KDAD trial, comparing quetiapine's effectiveness and tolerability against risperidone and olanzapine in patients with Alzheimer's dementia. It discusses the associated side effects of quetiapine, including sedation and metabolic issues, while exploring concerns about extrapyramidal symptoms and a potential link to cataracts.

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