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EspañolClonidine Hcl Er overview
BRAND NAMES:
Catapres, Kapvay, Kapvay
Generic Names:
Clonidine Hcl Er
Uses:
Treats high blood pressure. Also treats ADHD.
Therapeutic Classes:
Antihypertensive, Antimigraine, Cardiovascular Agent, Central Nervous System Agent, Diagnostic Agent, Pheochromocytoma
Forms:
Long Acting Suspension, Tablet, Long Acting Tablet
How it’s taken:
By mouth
What form(s) does Clonidine Hcl Er come in
Long Acting Suspension
Tablet
Long Acting Tablet
What are common Clonidine Hcl Er doses?
Tablet 0.1mg
Tablet Extended Release 12 Hour 0.1MG
Common Clonidine Hcl Er prescriptions
cloNIDine HCl ER
0.1mg tabletcloNIDine HCl ER
0.1mg tablet extended release 12 hour
How to take Clonidine Hcl Er
Take your medicine as directed. Your dose may need to be changed several times to find what works best for you.
Swallow the extended-release tablet whole. Do not crush, break, or chew it.
Clonidine extended-release tablets work differently than clonidine immediate-release tablets. Do not switch from the extended-release tablets to the immediate-release tablets unless your doctor tells you to.
Measure the oral liquid medicine with a marked measuring spoon, oral syringe, or medicine cup. Shake the bottle well before each use.
Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.
Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose. If you miss more than 1 dose of clonidine tablets, check with your doctor right away.
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
Swallow the extended-release tablet whole. Do not crush, break, or chew it.
Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.
Measure the oral liquid medicine with a marked measuring spoon, oral syringe, or medicine cup. Shake the bottle well before each use.
Take your medicine as directed. Your dose may need to be changed several times to find what works best for you.
Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose. If you miss more than 1 dose of clonidine tablets, check with your doctor right away.
Clonidine extended-release tablets work differently than clonidine immediate-release tablets. Do not switch from the extended-release tablets to the immediate-release tablets unless your doctor tells you to.
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
Clonidine Hcl Er contraindications
This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to clonidine.
Clonidine Hcl Er warnings
Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments.
Even if you feel well, do not stop using the medicine without asking your doctor first. This medicine will not cure your high blood pressure, but it will help keep it in the normal range. You may have to take blood pressure medicine for the rest of your life.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have kidney disease, heart or blood vessel disease, heart rhythm problems, stomach or bowel problems, or a history of heart attack or stroke.
This medicine may make you drowsy, dizzy, or lightheaded. Do not drive or do anything that could be dangerous until you know how this medicine affects you.
This medicine may cause dryness of the eyes. Talk to your doctor about how to treat the dryness.
Do not stop using this medicine suddenly. Your doctor will need to slowly decrease your dose before you stop it completely.
Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. You may need to stop using this medicine several days before you have surgery or medical tests.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
Clonidine Hcl Er interactions
Do not use this medicine together with other products that contain clonidine.
Some medicines can affect how clonidine works. Tell your doctor if you are taking depression medicine.
Tell your doctor if you use anything else that makes you sleepy. Some examples are allergy medicine, narcotic pain medicine, and alcohol.
Do not stop using this medicine suddenly. Your doctor will need to slowly decrease your dose before you stop it completely.
Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. You may need to stop using this medicine several days before you have surgery or medical tests.
Even if you feel well, do not stop using the medicine without asking your doctor first. This medicine will not cure your high blood pressure, but it will help keep it in the normal range. You may have to take blood pressure medicine for the rest of your life.
Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
Clonidine Hcl Er side effects
Serious Side Effects
Unusual tiredness or weakness
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Fast, slow, pounding, or uneven heartbeat
Lightheadedness, dizziness, fainting
Swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet
Less Serious Side Effects
Mild skin rash
Dry eyes, mouth, or throat
Constipation, stomach pain
New or worsening headache