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Clozap is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Schizophrenia. The alternative uses of Clozap have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Clozap is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Clozap include Blurred vision. Some other side effects of Clozap have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Clozap normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Clozap is Mild for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Clozap's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Clozap related warnings section.
Clozap is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Tardive Dyskinesia, Depression, Parkinson's Disease are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Clozap contraindications section.
Besides this, Clozap may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Clozap is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Clozap is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Clozap safe for pregnant women?
Clozap rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild
Is the use of Clozap safe during breastfeeding?
Clozap should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Clozap on the Kidneys?
Clozap rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Clozap on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Clozap on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Clozap on the Heart?
Clozap may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Clozap should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Clozap unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Clozap habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Clozap.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Clozap you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Clozap only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Clozap has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Clozap
Clozap may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Clozap
Taking alcohol with Clozap can be dangerous.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Clozaril® (clozapine)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 175,471
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 56-58