True regarding Clozapine
(B) Can cause agranulocytosis # Clozapine, another atypical antipsychotic, is available in the Indian market.> Clinical trials have shown that clozapine is effective in about 30% of patients who had no beneficial response to traditional antipsychotics. However, as it can cause agranulocytosis and seizures as side-effects, it should be used with caution.
Traditional antipsychotic
Can cause agranulocytosis
Given parenterally
Not useful in resistent schizophrenia
Miscellaneous