Clozapine (Systemic)
Brand Names : Clozaril, Leponex
Proper Use of This MedicineTake this medicine exactly as directed
. Do not take more of this medicine
and do not take it more often than your doctor ordered. Do not miss any doses.
This medicine has been prescribed for your current
medical problem only
. It must not be given to other people or used
for other problems unless you are directed to do so by your doctor.
Dosing - The dose of clozapine will be different for
different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the
directions on the label
. The following information includes only the
average doses of clozapine. If your dose is different,
do not change it
unless your doctor tells you to do so. The number of tablets that you take depends on the strength of the medicine.
Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time
allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend
on your special needs
.
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For oral
dosage form (tablets):
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For schizophrenia:
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Adults - At first, 12.5 milligrams (mg) (one half of a 25-mg
tablet) once or twice a day. Your doctor may increase your dose as needed.
However, the dose usually is not more than 900 mg a day.
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Children younger than 16 years of age - Use and dose must be
determined by your doctor.
Missed dose - If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as
soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the
missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses. If you miss 2 or more days of clozapine doses, talk to your doctor before
you start taking it again. You may need to restart this medicine at a lower
dose than you were taking before.
Storage - To store this medicine:
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Keep out of the reach of children.
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Store away from heat and direct light.
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Do not store in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink, or in other
damp places. Heat or moisture may cause the medicine to break down.
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Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed. Be sure
that any discarded medicine is out of the reach of children.
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