Clozapine and Tri-Luma

• Generic Name: clozapine
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Clozaril, Fazaclo, Versacloz, Clopine, CloZAPine Synthon, Denzapine, Zaponex

Clozapine is an antipsychotic medication. It works by changing the actions of chemicals in the brain.

Clozapine is used to treat severe schizophrenia, or to reduce the risk of suicidal behavior in people with schizophrenia or similar disorders.

Clozapine is available only from a certified pharmacy under a special program.

• Generic Name: fluocinolone / hydroquinone / tretinoin topical
• Dosage Forms: cream
• Other Brand Names: Tri-Luma

Fluocinolone is a steroid that reduces inflammation or swelling.

Hydroquinone is a skin bleaching agent.

Tretinoin is a form of vitamin A that helps the skin to renew itself more quickly.

Tri-Luma (for use on the skin) is a combination medicine used to treat melasma (dark skin patches) on the face.

Tri-Luma may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.