Clozapine
Composition
Contains Clozapine, an atypical (second-generation) antipsychotic.
Indications
Used for treatment-resistant schizophrenia and to reduce suicidal behavior in schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder.
Side effects
Agranulocytosis, sedation, weight gain hypersalivation, hypotension, seizures.
Precautions
Requires regular blood monitoring (WBC/ANC); caution in patients with seizure risk or cardiovascular disease.
Contraindications
History of clozapine-induced agranulocytosis or severe granulocytopenia, uncontrolled epilepsy.
Dosage and administration
Start at 12.5 mg once or twice daily; titrate to 300–450 mg/day in divided doses.
Countries
Limited LATAM export data
Available Forms
Oral tablets, orally disintegrating tablets, oral suspension.