All of the following are true about Clozapine EXCEPT
(C) Has a lesser potency in blocking 5-HT2 than the D2 receptor # Model "atypical" antipsychotic agent is clozapine, a dibenzodiazepine that has a greater potency in blocking the 5HT2 than the D2 receptor and a much higher affinity for the D4 than the D2 receptor. Its principal disadvantage is a risk of blood dyscrasias.> Clozapine side effects: Agranulocytosis (1%); weight gain; seizures; drooling; hyperthermia
It can cause agranulocytosis
It has more affinity to D4 receptors compared to Dr
Has a lesser potency in blocking 5-HT2 than the D2 receptor
An atypical antipsychotic agent
Miscellaneous (Pharmacology)