Curious About Clozapine?

Clozapine is the gold standard and # 1 most effective antipsychotic in the world. Don't believe us! Do your own Google search and you will find tons of information that will support this statement. Unfortunately, you will also come across a lot of information about how dangerous its side effects are and how it should only be used as a last resort. Many clinicians did not receive training or education on how to optimally manage clozapine treatment. We are grateful for all those who are learning now so they can integrate clozapine as a treatment option for SMI patients who need it the most.

Our Medical Disclaimer

Always consult a qualified healthcare professional and/or your psychiatrist before making decisions related to your health or medical condition. Reliance on any information provided by this website or linked resources is strictly at your own risk.

At Friends of Moa, we believe the "Biggest Risks" are:

1- NOT considering clozapine

2- NOT using it first

3- NOT using it correctly

Benefits of Clozapine Treatment

The information presented in this section was condensed from a long list of severe mental illness and clozapine experts, family and patient testimonies, and medical research.

Click here to see the full list of key information used.

It is the Most Effective Option We Have

Clozapine consistently outperforms standard antipsychotics in real‑world treatment and is the gold‑standard treatment for people who don’t respond to other antipsychotics.

Research Shows it will Prevent Relapses

Clozapine reduces hospitalizations more than any other antipsychotic, helping people stay out of crisis. It also reduces the number of suicide attempts, and long‑term disability.

It Reduces the Risk of Suicide More

Clozapine is the only FDA approved antipsychotic proven to reduce recurrent suicidal behavior and it's anti‑suicidal effects are confirmed across a decade of research.

Patients on Clozapine Live Fuller Lives

Clozapine helps people regain functioning and a quality of life that can be close to pre-onset of illness. People on clozapine live fuller and longer lives than those on other antipsychotics.

Biggest Myths About Clozapine

It is Less Safe than
Other Antipsychotics

Clozapine’s risks are manageable with proper protocols and monitoring. It is also the best antipsychotic for reducing aggression and violence in high‑risk patients.

Patients Won't Continue Due to Side Effects

Most clozapine side effects can be prevented or reversed with proper management. Serious risks can be avoided by using a much slower titration timeline.

It is More Expensive than Other Options

When considering the cost for hospitalizations, emergency situations, long-term care and disability, the cost is not greater for most people. We also provide tips for reducing cost overall.

It Should Only be Used as a Last Resort

One of the biggest myths is to not try clozapine until other antipsychotics have not worked. The modern view is that starting clozapine earlier prevents years of unnecessary suffering

Resources for Caretakers & Clinicians

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More resources are coming soon. For now, please use "The Directory" and filter your search by "clozapine" for all clozapine-related information.

Thank you for your patience as we build more things out.

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Curious About Clozapine?

Our Medical Disclaimer

At Friends of Moa, we believe the "Biggest Risks" are:

Benefits of Clozapine Treatment

The information presented in this section was condensed from a long list of severe mental illness and clozapine experts, family and patient testimonies, and medical research.

Click here to see the full list of key information used.

It is the Most Effective Option We Have

Research Shows it will Prevent Relapses

It Reduces the Risk of Suicide More

Patients on Clozapine Live Fuller Lives

Biggest Myths About Clozapine

It is Less Safe than
Other Antipsychotics

Patients Won't Continue Due to Side Effects

It is More Expensive than Other Options

It Should Only be Used as a Last Resort

Resources for Caretakers & Clinicians

This is Coming Soon!

Friends of Moa

Friends of Moa

Moving Mountains for Neurobiological Diseases

FOR AN EMERGENCY: IMMEDIATELY CALL 911 Or the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988

Donate Now

Curious About Clozapine?

Our Medical Disclaimer

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At Friends of Moa, we believe the "Biggest Risks" are:​

Benefits of Clozapine Treatment

The information presented in this section was condensed from a long list of severe mental illness and clozapine experts, family and patient testimonies, and medical research. Click here to see the full list of key information used.

It is the Most Effective Option We Have

Research Shows it will Prevent Relapses

It Reduces the Risk of Suicide More

Patients on Clozapine Live Fuller Lives

Biggest Myths About Clozapine

It is Less Safe than Other Antipsychotics

Patients Won't Continue Due to Side Effects

It is More Expensive than Other Options

It Should Only be Used as a Last Resort

Resources for Caretakers & Clinicians

This is Coming Soon!

Friends of Moa

Moving Mountains
for Neurobiological Diseases

FOR AN EMERGENCY: IMMEDIATELY CALL 911
Or the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988

At Friends of Moa, we believe the "Biggest Risks" are:

The information presented in this section was condensed from a long list of severe mental illness and clozapine experts, family and patient testimonies, and medical research.

Click here to see the full list of key information used.

It is Less Safe than
Other Antipsychotics