Review the side-effects of Clozapine as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Central Nervous System- Drowsiness, seizures, dizziness and fainting.
Heart - Fast heart rate, low blood pressure, heart arrest, and ECG changes.
Gastrointestinal - Nausea and vomiting.
Blood - Decrease in blood cell counts and fever.
Central Nervous System - Headache, tremor, disturbed sleep, nightmares, restlessness, muscle weakness, agitation, rigidity, movement disorder, confusion, fatigue, sleeplessness, weakness, lethargy, incoordination, slurred speech, depression, jerks and anxiety.
Heart - Fast heart rate, low/high blood pressure, chest pain an ECG changes.
Gastrointestinal - Constipation, nausea, abdominal discomfort, heartburn, vomiting, diarrhea, liver test abnormality and loss of appetite.
Genitourinary - Urinary abnormalities, incontinence, abnormal ejaculation, urinary urgency/frequency and urinary retention.
Skin - Rash.
Musculoskeletal - Muscle weakness/pain, muscle spasm and muscle pain.
Respiratory - Throat discomfort, difficulty in breathing, shortness of breath and nasal congestion.
Blood - Decrease in white blood cells and eosinophilia.
Miscellaneous - Weight gain, tongue numbness, salivation, sweating, dry mouth and visual disturbances.
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If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Central Nervous System- Drowsiness, seizures, dizziness and fainting.
Heart - Fast heart rate, low blood pressure, heart arrest, and ECG changes.
Gastrointestinal - Nausea and vomiting.
Blood - Decrease in blood cell counts and fever.
Central Nervous System - Headache, tremor, disturbed sleep, nightmares, restlessness, muscle weakness, agitation, rigidity, movement disorder, confusion, fatigue, sleeplessness, weakness, lethargy, incoordination, slurred speech, depression, jerks and anxiety.
Heart - Fast heart rate, low/high blood pressure, chest pain an ECG changes.
Gastrointestinal - Constipation, nausea, abdominal discomfort, heartburn, vomiting, diarrhea, liver test abnormality and loss of appetite.
Genitourinary - Urinary abnormalities, incontinence, abnormal ejaculation, urinary urgency/frequency and urinary retention.
Skin - Rash.
Musculoskeletal - Muscle weakness/pain, muscle spasm and muscle pain.
Respiratory - Throat discomfort, difficulty in breathing, shortness of breath and nasal congestion.
Blood - Decrease in white blood cells and eosinophilia.
Miscellaneous - Weight gain, tongue numbness, salivation, sweating, dry mouth and visual disturbances.
Other Precautions :
Avoid drinking caffeinated beverages.Drug Name : Clozapine
Clozapine(Clozaril ) generic is an antipsychotic, prescribed for schizophrenia. It changes the activity of certain natural substances in the brain.Trade Names for Clozapine
India :
Skizoril |
Leponex |
Lozapin |
Lozin |
Kloza (25 mg) |
Z - Clo |
Clomach (50 mg) |
Ekloz (50 mg) |
Cozapin (50 mg) |
Kloza (50 mg) |
Clopin (25mg) |
Clopin (100mg) |
Clozatab (25mg) |
Clozatab (50mg) |
Clozet (25mg) |
Clozet (50mg) |
Clozet (100mg) |
Ololife (100mg) |
Syzopin (25mg) |
Syzopin (100mg)
International :
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