Study of the Effect of Dosing on Clozapine Levels (PK-CLZ)
The objectives of this 15-day study are:
- To compare steady-state trough plasma concentrations of clozapine and its metabolite norclozapine when given once daily and twice daily (at the same total daily dose)
- To determine if frequency of clozapine administration has an effect on:
- Symptoms of schizophrenia
- Adverse effects of clozapine
- Fasting blood glucose, lipids, creatinine, and urea
- Weight and waist circumference