Fact sheets

Clozapine is a medication used to treat psychotic spectrum disorders, including schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder. It comes with specific requirements such as regular physical health tests, and understanding how this medication may affect you is important for your health and safety.

This resource guides you through what to expect when considering clozapine. While there can be side effects, many feel that the benefits outweigh the risks, as clozapine can help reduce symptoms of hallucinations and delusions, and for some, can improve quality of life and mental wellbeing.

This resource was co-developed by young people who have experienced psychosis and taken antipsychotics including clozapine.

• The authors of this guide have also answered some frequently asked questions. Read the FAQs here.