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Suggest cheaper alternative to Seroquel
human
dear doctor:I called my doctor today in deep distress and she prescribed Seroquel.  when I arrived at the pharmacy an order for latuda (spelling) was there and the cost with my prescription plan was over 800 dollars.  I am unemployed and cannot afford that medication.  I called my doctor and described what was happening but had to leave voicemail.  I am in a very deep depression and my current meds are only making my condition unbearable as I am thinking of my end.
gpt
Hi,Seroquel (quetiapine) and Latuda (lurasidone) are two different drugs but are both antipsychotics. I expect Seroquel to be cheaper than Latuda. In addition, the generic form of Seroquel is also available, which will be even cheaper. But you'll need to contact your doctor and discuss this. You mentioned not receiving much benefit from your medicines. Since you are depressed, you will need treatment with anti-depressants. Antipsychotics like Seroquel can augment the action of antidepressants but not replace them. There are things other than medicines that also help, like cognitive therapy etc. Please do not lose hope. Inform your doctor and family members immediately if you feel a desire to harm yourself.Best wishes.