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Chemical Name: CLONIDINE (KLOE-ni-deen)
This medicine is an alpha agonist used to treat high blood pressure. It may also
be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Some medicines or medical conditions may interact with this medicine. INFORM
YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that
you are taking. ADDITIONAL MONITORING OF YOUR DOSE OR CONDITION may be needed if
you are taking tricyclic antidepressants (such as amitriptyline or nortriptyline),
methylphenidate, beta blockers (such as atenolol or propranolol), calcium
channel blockers (such as verapamil or diltiazem), or digoxin. Inform your
doctor of any other medical conditions, allergies, pregnancy, or breast-feeding.
Contact your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns about
taking this medicine.
Follow the directions for using this medicine provided by your doctor. THIS
MEDICINE MAY BE TAKEN on an empty stomach or with food. STORE THIS MEDICINE at
room temperature in a tightly-closed container, away from heat and light. IF YOU
MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time
for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing
schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once. IF YOU MISS 2 or more doses in a row,
contact your doctor.
DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE if you have had an allergic reaction to it or are
allergic to any ingredient in this product.DO NOT STOP TAKING THIS MEDICINE
without checking with your doctor. THIS MEDICINE MAY CAUSE drowsiness or
dizziness. Do not drive, operate machinery, or do anything else that could be
dangerous until you know how you react to this medicine. Check with your doctor
before drinking alcohol while you are using this medicine. THIS MEDICINE WILL
ADD TO THE EFFECTS of alcohol and other depressants. Ask your pharmacist if you
have questions about which medicines are depressants. BEFORE YOU BEGIN TAKING
ANY NEW MEDICINE either prescription or over-the-counter, check with your doctor
or pharmacist. IF YOU EXPERIENCE DRY MOUTH, use sugarless candy or gum, or melt
bits of ice in your mouth. FOR WOMEN: IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING PREGNANT, discuss
with your doctor the benefits and risks of using this medicine during pregnancy.
THIS MEDICINE IS EXCRETED IN BREAST MILK. IF YOU ARE OR WILL BE BREAST-FEEDING
while you are using this medicine, check with your doctor or pharmacist to
discuss the risks to your baby.
SIDE EFFECTS, that may go away during treatment, include dry mouth, drowsiness,
dizziness, tiredness, headache, or constipation. If they continue or are
bothersome, check with your doctor. If you notice other effects not listed
above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
Drug interactions can result in unwanted side effects or prevent a medicine from
doing its job. Use our drug interaction checker to find out if your medicines
interact with each other. Check drug interactions
Accidental overdose of clonidine is an increasing cause of poisoning in children
3 and under. If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center
or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include slowed
heartbeat, weakness, sleepiness, vomiting, and constricted pupils.
DO NOT SHARE THIS MEDICINE with others for whom it was not prescribed. DO NOT
USE THIS MEDICINE for other health conditions. KEEP THIS MEDICINE out of the
reach of children. IF USING THIS MEDICINE FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, obtain
refills before your supply runs out.
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