What is Catapres (Clonidine) used for?

Catapres (Clonidine) is an oral medication used to treat patients who are suffering from hypertension. It operates by relaxing the blood vessels to allow easier circulation and reduce the amount of work placed on the heart to pump the blood. This can reduce the occurrence of symptoms such as headaches, agitation, or chest pain. It may also be useful for treating attention deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD) or to prevent migraines. Your doctor may also recommend its use for the treatment of other unlisted conditions.

How should I use Catapres (Clonidine)?

Always follow your doctor`s instructions while using Catapres (Clonidine) to ensure the safest and most effective results from treatment. The normal dosage is one tablet administered once daily, but your particular instructions will depend on your age, weight, health condition, and the severity of your symptoms. These should be swallowed whole and unaltered with a large glass of water and may be taken on an empty stomach, although a snack or meal is suggested prior to use if you experience nausea. Do not change the form of the tablets by crushing or splitting them as this may destroy or alter the effects of their contents. Ask your doctor any questions you have about the medicine to ensure the correct administration.

What are the side effects of Catapres (Clonidine)?

Catapres (Clonidine) may cause side effects in some patients such as:

• Headaches
• Dizziness or drowsiness
• Coughing or cold symptoms
• Upset stomach, constipation, or diarrhoea
• Mild nausea
• Unusual mood changes, anxiety, or insomnia
• Reduced sex drive, impotence, or trouble having an orgasm

Serious side effects that may require emergency medical attention include faintness, flu symptoms, irregular heartbeats, chest pain, trouble breathing, unusual weight gain, urinary retention, or hallucinations. Tell your doctor as soon as you experience any worrying or intense symptoms to make sure the necessary adjustments are made to your application frequency or dosage to stop further health problems from occurring.

Please Note

Catapres (Clonidine) should not be administered to patients who are children under the age of eighteen, lactose intolerant, fructose intolerant, or who have a slow heart rate. Also inform your doctor if you have heart failure, a history of depression, constipation, a history of depression, polyneuropathy, peripheral vascular disease, or reduced kidney function. These conditions may cause unexpected health problems requiring special adjustments to your regimen.

Strictly use Catapres (Clonidine) as prescribed and follow all instructions provided by your doctor. Safe, suitable, and optimum dosage can vary and is dependent on the patient`s health and medical history, as well as the condition you are treating.

Catapres (Clonidine) may not be safe or suitable for all patients. Always ensure you doctor is informed if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, using any other type of medication (including non-prescription medicine, vitamins, and supplements), as well as if you have any allergies, other illnesses, or pre-existing medication conditions.

Seek immediate medical attention or proceed to your nearest accident and emergency department if you suffer a hypersensitive or allergic reaction. Symptoms usually present during a reaction of this nature include difficulty breathing or swallowing, swelling of the limbs or face, tight chest, hives, and skin rashes.