CLONIPRESS Clonidine Hcl 75mcg Tablet 100's

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INDICATIONS: Treatment of hypertensive crisis
CONTRA INDICATIONS: Sick sinus syndrome
PRECAUTIONS: Cerebrovascular disease, ischemic heart disease, MI, peripheral vascular disorders eg Raynaud's disease, depression
SIDE EFFECTS: Drowsiness, dry mouth, dizziness & headache. Constipation, depression, anxiety, fatigue, nausea
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Diuretics, ò-blockers, TCAs, CNS depressants, other antihypertensives & hypotensive drugs

Indications/Uses

Clonidine is prescribed to treat hypertension
(high blood pressure).

Dosage/Direction for Use

Use clonidine exactly as instructed by your doctor for it
to be effective.
Take clonidine with or without food; with food
if it causes stomach upset.
If you forget to use this medicine on schedule, use it
immediately as you remember. However, if it is already
time for the next dose, just proceed with your next
regular dose schedule.
Unless advised by your doctor, do not double or adjust
dosage, or stop use even if you feel well. Abrupt or
sudden stopping may cause withdrawal reactions.

Contraindications and Special Precautions

Inform your doctor or pharmacist:
- if you are pregnant, trying for a baby or
breast-feeding;
- if you have any of the following conditions: allergy,
liver problem, kidney problem, heart problem (slow
or irregular heartbeat, AV block, ischemia), blood
vessel problem (Raynauds disease), history of heart
attack or stroke, depression;
- if you are using any other prescription or over-the counter (OTC) medicines and dietary or
herbal supplements.
If you become pregnant while taking this medicine, stop
taking it and inform your doctor immediately.
Avoid alcohol, potassium supplements and salt
substitutes while taking this medicine.
Keep a regular check-up schedule. Your blood pressure
must be checked and recorded regularly and your
doctor may prescribe tests to check and monitor your
progress while under treatment with this medicine.
If you need to undergo surgery or dental procedure,
inform your doctor or dentist that you are using this
medicine before going through it.
Side effects may possibly occur as with most medicines.
You may not experience any side effect; however, if you
experience any of these side effects with clonidine,
inform your doctor immediately, especially if they
become severe or persistent: nausea, vomiting,
constipation, loss of appetite, dry mouth, salivary gland
pain, dizziness, drowsiness, headache, lightheadedness,
fainting, irritability, depression, hallucinations,
nervousness, weakness, tiredness, sedation, sleeping
problem, nightmares, dry eyes, burning sensation in the
eye, pricking and tingling, hair loss, decreased sexual
activity, erectile dysfunction, enlargement of mens
breasts, rash, itching, slow or irregular heartbeat,
urinary incontinence and allergic reactions such as
hives, difficulty breathing and swelling of the face, lips,
tongue or throat.
If you experience dizziness, drowsiness or vision
problems, do not drive, operate machinery or perform
any activity which will need you to be alert or to see
clearly.
If your mouth gets dry while on clonidine, drink water,
chew sugar-free gum or suck on a hard candy.
The side effects mentioned here are not complete and
others may occur. If you observe other side effects or
reactions, call your doctor for advice.
Do not share your medicine with others even if you
have the same disease symptoms.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place, protected from light and
moisture. Keep the medicine out of childrens reach.
Discard it properly when it is expired or no longer needed.