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Clonidine is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) as part of a total treatment plan, including psychological, social, and other treatments.
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It works by decreasing the levels of certain chemicals in the blood, allowing the blood vessels to relax and the heart to beat more slowly and easily.
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Clonidine comes as a tablet and an extended-release (long-acting) tablet to take by mouth.
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Your doctor may start you on a low dose and gradually increase it, not more than once a week.
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Keep all appointments with your doctor and check your pulse (heart rate) daily.
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Clonidine belongs to the class of medicines called antihypertensives. It works in the brain to change some of the nerve impulses. As a result, the blood vessels relax and blood passes through them more easily, which lowers blood pressure.
Clonidine (Oral Route) Description and Brand Names - Mayo Clinic
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Clonidine tablets (Catapres) are used alone or in combination with other medications to treat high blood pressure. Clonidine extended-release (long-acting) tablets (Kapvay) are used alone or in combination with other…
Clonidine: MedlinePlus Drug Information
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Clonidine is an antihypertensive drug that lowers blood pressure and heart rate by relaxing the arteries and increasing the blood supply to the heart; it has other FDA-approved indications such…
Clonidine - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf
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Clonidine is used to treat high blood pressure, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), drug withdrawal ( alcohol, opioids, or smoking ), menopausal flushing, diarrhea, and certain pain conditions. It also…
Clonidine - Wikipedia
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Clonidine (Oral Route) Side Effects - Mayo Clinic
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Clonidine can be used to lower blood pressure and treat ADHD; however, it causes sedation, and tolerance can develop to its blood pressure lowering effects. Clonidine should not be stopped…
Clonidine: 7 things you should know - Drugs.com
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