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I've been on 600mg of seroquel for 19 years...I have been diagnosed with prediabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetic neuropathy...I'm weak and tired all the time...20 years ago I was admitted into the hospital for suicidal ideation...the Dr there started me on 800 mg of Seroquel...I've been through several psychiatrists since...I've been with the one I'm with now for 3 years...he is suggesting for me to ween off of it...he said 6-8 months...when I was put on it I weighed 125 in 30 days I weighed 190 and twenty years later I weigh 300...I really want off of this medication I feel that it is slowly killing me...but on the other hand I'm scared.
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I seriously can’t believe your doctor has allowed you to get in this condition. He and others like him should be stripped of their licenses.
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@bamagirl77 You have been on Seroquel for 19 years. Seroquel has caused you to gain weight and the weight gain likely results in other medical issues such as, prediabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and diabetic neuropathy. You were given the medication due to suicidal ideation and while Seroquel may be causing medical issues, you are scared to go off of it.
May I ask if you have a therapist or close family that you feel comfortable reaching out to in times of need? You may be able to make a "Safety Plan" and include your provider as well. Is this something that you would consider?