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GENERIC NAME(S): CLONIDINE HCL

Uses
This medication is used alone or with other
medications to treat high blood pressure
(hypertension). Lowering high blood pressure
helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and
kidney problems. Clonidine belongs to a class
of drugs (central alpha agonists) that act in the
brain to lower blood pressure. It works by
relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more
easily.

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How to use Catapres 0.3 Mg

Tablet
Take this medication by mouth with or
without food as directed by your doctor,
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side effects.

The dosage is based on your medical

condition and response to treatment.

Use this medication regularly to get the most

benefit from it. To help you remember, take it
at the same times each day. Keep taking this
medication even if you feel well. Most people
with high blood pressure do not feel sick.

Do not stop taking this medication without

consulting your doctor. You may experience
symptoms such as nervousness, agitation,
shaking, and headache. A rapid rise in blood
pressure may also occur if the drug is
suddenly stopped. The risk is greater if you
have used this drug for a long time or in high
doses, or if you are also taking a beta blocker
(such as atenolol). There have also been rare
reports of severe, possibly fatal reactions
(such as stroke) from stopping this drug too
quickly. It is important that you do not run out
of clonidine or miss any doses. Tell your
doctor or pharmacist right away if you are
unable to take the medication (for example,
due to vomiting). To prevent any reactions
while you are stopping treatment with this
drug, your doctor may reduce your dose
gradually. Consult your doctor or pharmacist
for more details. Report any new or worsening
symptoms right away.

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When used for a long time, this medication

may not work as well and may require
different dosing or an additional medication.
Talk with your doctor if this medication stops
working well (such as your blood pressure
readings remain high or increase).

Side Effects
Dizziness, lightheadedness, drowsiness, dry
mouth, or constipation may occur. If any of
these effects last or get worse, tell your doctor
or pharmacist promptly.

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To reduce the risk of dizziness and

lightheadedness, get up slowly when rising
from a sitting or lying position.

To relieve dry mouth, suck on (sugarless) hard

candy or ice chips, chew (sugarless) gum,
drink water, or use a saliva substitute.

Remember that this medication has been

prescribed because your doctor has judged
that the benefit to you is greater than the risk
of side effects. Many people using this
medication do not have serious side effects.

Tell your doctor right away if you have any

serious side effects, including: fainting,
slow/irregular heartbeat, mental/mood
changes (such as irritability, depression).

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A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is

rare. However, get medical help right away if
you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic
reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling
(especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe
dizziness, trouble breathing.

This is not a complete list of possible side

effects. If you notice other effects not listed
above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

In the US -

Call your doctor for medical advice about side

effects. You may report side effects to FDA at
1-800-FDA-1088 or at
www.fda.gov/medwatch.

In Canada - Call your doctor for medical

advice about side effects. You may report side
effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.

Precautions
Before taking clonidine, tell your doctor or
pharmacist if you are allergic to it (including
having a rash while using clonidine patches);
or if you have any other allergies. This product
may contain inactive ingredients, which can
cause allergic reactions or other problems.
Talk to your pharmacist for more details.

Before using this medication, tell your doctor

or pharmacist your medical history, especially
of: kidney disease, heart rhythm problems
(such as slow/irregular heartbeat, second- or
third-degree atrioventricular block).

This drug may make you dizzy or drowsy.

Alcohol or marijuana (cannabis) can make you
more dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive, use
machinery, or do anything that needs
alertness until you can do it safely. Avoid
alcoholic beverages. Talk to your doctor if you
are using marijuana (cannabis).

Before having surgery, tell your doctor or

dentist about all the products you use
(including prescription drugs, nonprescription
drugs, and herbal products).

Contact lens wearers may need to use wetting

eye drops since this medication can cause dry
eyes.

Older adults may be more sensitive to the side

effects of this product, especially dizziness, or
drowsiness. These side effects may increase
the risk of falling.

During pregnancy, this medication should be

used only when clearly needed. Discuss the
risks and benefits with your doctor.

This drug passes into breast milk and may

have undesirable effects on a nursing infant.
Consult your doctor before breastfeeding.

Interactions
Drug interactions may change how your
medications work or increase your risk for
serious side effects. This document does not
contain all possible drug interactions. Keep a
list of all the products you use (including
prescription/nonprescription drugs and
herbal products) and share it with your doctor
and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change
the dosage of any medicines without your
doctor's approval.

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are

taking other products that cause drowsiness
including alcohol, marijuana (cannabis),
antihistamines (such as cetirizine,
diphenhydramine), drugs for sleep or anxiety
(such as alprazolam, diazepam, zolpidem),
muscle relaxants, and opioid pain relievers
(such as codeine).

Check the labels on all your medicines (such

as allergy or cough-and-cold products)
because they may contain ingredients that
cause drowsiness. Ask your pharmacist about
using those products safely.

Some products have ingredients that could

raise your blood pressure. Tell your
pharmacist what products you are using, and
ask how to use them safely (especially cough-
and-cold products, diet aids, or NSAIDs such
as ibuprofen/naproxen).

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Overdose
If someone has overdosed and has serious
symptoms such as passing out or trouble
breathing, call 911. Otherwise, call a poison
control center right away. US residents can
call their local poison control center at 1-800-
222-1222. Canada residents can call a
provincial poison control center. Symptoms of
overdose may include: severe
dizziness/drowsiness, fainting, slow/irregular
heartbeat, slow/shallow breathing, seizures.

Notes
Do not share this medication with others.

Lifestyle changes such as stress reduction

programs, exercise, and dietary changes
may increase the effectiveness of this
medicine. Talk to your doctor or
pharmacist about lifestyle changes that
might benefit you.

Check your blood pressure and pulse (heart

rate) regularly while taking this medication.
Learn how to monitor your own blood
pressure and pulse at home, and share the
results with your doctor.

Missed Dose
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you
remember. If it is near the time of the next
dose, skip the missed dose. Take your next
dose at the regular time. Do not double the
dose to catch up. If you miss 2 or more
doses in a row, contact your doctor right
away.

Storage
Store at room temperature away from light
and moisture. Do not store in the
bathroom. Keep all medications away from
children and pets.

Do not flush medications down the toilet or

pour them into a drain unless instructed to
do so. Properly discard this product when it
is expired or no longer needed. Consult
your pharmacist or local waste disposal
company.

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