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first-line in schizophrenia, (2005 NICE)
main advantage - reduction in extra-pyramidal side-effects.

''Adverse effects''
    weight gain
    clozapine (agranulocytosis (1%) - need regular FBC, so only 2nd line, neutropenia (3%), reduce seizure threshold (3%))

Warning in elderly (MHRA)
    increased risk of stroke (especially olanzapine and risperidone)
    increased risk of venous thromboembolism

''Examples''
    clozapine
    olanzapine
    risperidone
    quetiapine
    amisulpride