What is Clozapine?
CATEGORY: Prescription Drugs
Clozapine is an anti-psychotic medication that works by blocking receptors in the brain for several neurotransmitters. Because of concern for the side effect of agranulocytosis, clozapine is reserved for patients who have not responded to other medications.
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How do members experience Clozapine?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Schizoaffective disorder | 11 | 2 | |
| Psychosis disorder | 7 | 2 | |
| Schizophrenia | 6 | 4 | |
| Bipolar I disorder | 2 | 0 | |
| Panic attacks | 2 | 0 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Weight gain | 4 | |
| Dizziness | 1 | |
| Drooling | 1 | |
| Drowsiness | 1 | |
| Increased appetite | 1 | |
| Overeating | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 4 | |
| Moderate | 5 | |
| Mild | 2 | |
| None | 3 |
Member evaluations
ljpwrites
evaluated on Jul 01, 2009
- Perceived effectiveness for Prevent migraine: Slight
- Side effects: Mild
COOPERATI
evaluated on May 09, 2017
- Perceived effectiveness for suicidal ideation: Moderate
- Side effects: None
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