| Drug Name: | Clozapine |
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| Drug Class: | Atypical antipsychotic |
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| Mechanism of Action: | - Blocks dopamine and serotonin receptors in the brain
- Also has antagonistic effects on other neurotransmitter receptors
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| Use: | - Treatment of schizophrenia
- Reduction of suicidal behavior in patients with schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder
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| Side Effects: | - Agranulocytosis (low white blood cell count)
- Seizures
- Weight gain
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Constipation
- Dry mouth
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| Contraindications: | - History of agranulocytosis
- Uncontrolled epilepsy
- Severe CNS depression
- Myeloproliferative disorders
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