Clozapine Flashcards
1
Q
What class of AP is clozapine?
A
Atypical / 2nd generation
2
Q
What main side effects does clozapine have?
A
A LOT
-Sedation +++
-Weight gain +++
-Diabetes +++
-Anticholinergic +++
-Hypotension +++
3
Q
What is the recommended dose of clozapine?
A
-Must be titrated very gradually, even if stopped for a few days
-200-450mg but start on 12.5mg
4
Q
What is clozapine licensed to treat?
A
-Treatment resistant schizophrenia
-Psychosis in Parkinson’s
