Question 1

how can i get off clozaril (clozapine)?

Accepted Answer

Carefully: Clozaril (clozapine) is a very potent medication.  If you are taking this be careful about discontinuing it.  I would suggest you talk to your doctor about the advisability of stopping this medication.  You may need to switch to a different medication.

Question 2

can clozaril (clozapine) be used to treat severe insmnia?

Accepted Answer

Overdo: In theory; but it s not indicated (off label) and  hard to justify the risks involved (agranulocytosis, seizures, death) not to mention the monitoring required. It should not be an alternative.

Question 3

anyone out there taking clozapine (or clozaril)? what is it?

Accepted Answer

Strong antipsychotic: Clozaril/clozapine is an effective antipsychotic medication with many cautions and potential side effects requiring regular blood tests.  It can be effective for severe or difficult to treat schizophrenia.  Given the potential side effects and requirement of blood tests, many doctors try other, safer medications or combinations first.

Question 4

clozaril (clozapine) long term side effect?

Accepted Answer

Has many.: There appear to be many side effects with this antipsychotic medication.  Common ones are extreme constipation, bed-wetting, night-time drooling, muscle stiffness, sedation, tremors, orthostasis, hyperglycemia, and weight gain.  Others are  agranulocytosis, CNS depression, leukopenia, neutropenia, seizure disorder, bone marrow suppression, dementia, hypotension, and myocarditis.

Question 5

clozapine (clozaril) 125mg and withdrawal, can you tell me more?

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Rebound: Clozapine is a medication with outstanding features that help control symptoms other medications otherwise failed to control. it is very serious to stop the medication without careful planning  &amp; supervision by your treating physician . the most serious withdrawal consequence is a rebound of the symptoms being treated which may take a while to re control even with clozapine restarted.see ur Dr.

Question 6

is clozapine (clozaril)  benzodiazepine?

Accepted Answer

Dibenzodiazepine: Clozaril/clozapine is not a benzodiazepine like lorazepam/ativan or alprazolam/xanax.  Its chemical structure is a dibenzodiazepine and it is a 2nd generation antipsychotic.

Question 7

haldol (haloperidol) and clozaril are examples of what?

Accepted Answer

Antipsychotics : a group of medications called Neuroleptics / Antipsychotics

Question 8

can clozaril (clozapine) cause akathisia, restlessness?

Accepted Answer

Can occur: These side effects would occur while taking Clozaril, but if you have stopped and instead suffer restless leg syndrome, would suggest checking iron metabolism, with ferritin level, and considering use of a dopamine agonist around the clock (suggest Neupro (rotigotine) patch).  Talk to your doctor about these thoughts.

Question 9

what is the definition or description of: clozaril (clozapine) allergy?

Accepted Answer

Clozaril allergy: Clozaril (clozapine) is an antipsychotic medication used for the treatment of schizophrenia. Allergic reactions could include swelling of tongue, throat, lips, mouth, face,  hives or difficulty breathing.

Question 10

is clozapine (clozaril) good for bipolar?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes.: Clozapine works well for some, but not so well for others.  It is a medication to be considered, but you should talk to your doctor about the various possibilites and why he/she might suggest one over the other.

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