Quetiapine and abnormal ECG result

[poppysnowdrop]

I have been on quetiapine for about 3 years, i have recurrent depressive disorder, bipolar traits and dysthymia. I also take duloxetine, clonazepam and pregabalin.

I had my annual ECG done and it shows a prolonged Q-T interval. I have to see my psychiatrist urgently on weds to review my medication. I am terrified of going off the quetiapine, i have recently gone up to 600mg at night because of some pseudo psychotic experiences. in the past when i have been off it in hospital i was intensely suicidal and the worst i have ever been, i don;t want to go there again, i have tried olanzapine, lithium, risperidone, chlorpromazine, flupenthixol. aripriprazole and lamotrigene and they were no use, i am treatment resistant to anti-depressants too.

Will i have to choose between my mental well being and my heart?

thanks for listening

poppysnowdrop

[Annette Boden - Counsellor]

Hi Poppysnowdrop. I understand your fears and I would tell your psychiatrist this tomorrow. I am sure they will be able to offer some good advise and support.