Key facts
- Low-dose quetiapine improves sleep quality.
- The drug significantly impairs next-day alertness.
- Driving performance is negatively affected by the drug.
- These findings are based on a new clinical trial.
Quetiapine is a medication often prescribed off-label for sleep issues. While it may aid in falling asleep, concerns are growing about its impact on cognitive function and safety the following day, particularly for activities requiring alertness like driving.