Clonidine



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  • Contains / Salt: Clonidine


Clonidine Information



Clonidine Benefits & Uses

Clonidine is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Clonidine Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: High Blood Pressure
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 0.1 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: High Blood Pressure
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 0.1 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Clonidine Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Clonidine safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Clonidine. If you are pregnant, do not take Clonidine without a doctor's advice.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Clonidine safe during breastfeeding?


    Taking Clonidine may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Clonidine should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Clonidine on the Kidneys?


    Clonidine rarely harms the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Clonidine on the Liver?


    Side effects of Clonidine rarely affect the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Clonidine on the Heart?


    Clonidine has very mild side effects on the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Clonidine with Other Drugs

Clonidine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Mild



Clonidine Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Clonidine unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Clonidine

  • Is this Clonidine habit forming or addictive?


    Clonidine does not cause addiction.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Clonidine can make you feel drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Clonidine only as per medical advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    There is no benefit of taking Clonidine for mental disorders.

    No

Clonidine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Clonidine


    Taking Clonidine with food does not cause any problems.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Clonidine


    Taking Clonidine with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

    Severe


Frequently asked Questions about Clonidine

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Clonidine cause weight gain?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

No, Clonidine does not cause weight gain. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing any unusual weight gain after taking this drug, then it might be due to some other reason and you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Clonidine with sertraline?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take Clonidine with sertraline. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Clonidine along with sertraline if it does not exceed recommended doses. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question over 4 years ago

Is Clonidine used for pain?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can use Clonidine for pain. It provides relief from many types of pain such as headache, menstrual pain, migraine.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Clonidine cause hair loss?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Clonidine may cause hair loss. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing excessive hair loss after taking this drug, then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor without any further delay.

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Clonidine?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Clonidine can be taken 2 times a day or as advised by your doctor. The extended-release tablet can be taken 1 - 2 times daily. Clonidine can be taken with or without food. Precautions must be taken in patients with stroke, a recent heart attack, or kidney disease.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Catapres® (clonidine hydrochloride)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 565-566

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 332-334

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