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Seroquel (quetiapine) is an atypical antipsychotic medication indicated for the treatment of schizophrenia, and for the treatment of acute manic episodes associated with bipolar disorder. Illnesses that affect the brain, such as schizophrenia, may be due to certain chemicals in the brain being out of balance.
Seroquel's partial activation of the 5HT1A receptors in the prefrontal cortex Seroquel's preferential effect on the D2 receptors in the limbic region of the brain
Seroquel's partial activation of the 5HT1A receptors in the prefrontal cortex
Seroquel's preferential effect on the D2 receptors in the limbic region of the brain
Seroquel works by targeting the specific areas of the brain (pre-frontal cortex, striatum, limbic system and anterior pituitary) that are affected by the illness and helps to regulate the actions of the neurotransmitters - dopamine and serotonin - that play an important role in brain functioning.
Through its unique mechanism of action, Seroquel reduces the positive, negative and cognitive symptoms of schizophrenia and is effective in treating symptoms of bipolar disorder.
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