Clozapine

Clozapine is a medication primarily used to treat severe schizophrenia, especially when other treatments haven't worked. It helps reduce symptoms like hallucinations and delusions by balancing certain chemicals in the brain. However, it requires careful monitoring because it can cause serious side effects, such as a lowered white blood cell count, risking infections. Due to these risks, patients on clozapine need regular blood tests. Despite these precautions, it is effective for some patients who don’t respond to other medications, offering a vital option in managing challenging cases of mental illness.