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Generic Name: Clonidine Tablets (KLOE-ni-deen)
Brand Name: Catapres
Catapres is used for:
Treating high blood pressure. It may be used alone or with
other medicines. It may also be used for other conditions
as determined by your doctor.
Catapres is an alpha agonist. It works by relaxing blood vessels
and decreasing heart rate, which lowers blood pressure.
Do NOT use Catapres if:
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you are allergic to any ingredient in Catapres
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Contact
your doctor or health care provider right away if any
of these apply to you. |
Before using Catapres:
Some medical conditions may interact with Catapres . Tell
your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions,
especially if any of the following apply to you:
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if you are pregnant, planning to become
pregnant, or are breast-feeding |
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if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription
medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement |
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if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other
substances |
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if you have kidney problems, heart problems, problems
with the blood vessels in your heart or brain, or the
blood disease porphyria, or if you will be having surgery
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if you have a history of stroke or a recent heart attack
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Some MEDICINES
MAY INTERACT with Catapres . Tell your health care provider
if you are taking any other medicines, especially any
of the following: |
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Beta-blockers (eg, propranolol) because severe and sometimes
life-threatening increased blood pressure may occur if
Catapres is suddenly stopped |
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Calcium channel blockers (eg, verapamil) or digoxin
because they may increase the risk of Catapres 's side
effects |
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Tricyclic antidepressants (eg, amitriptyline) because
they may decrease Catapres 's effectiveness |
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This may
not be a complete list of all interactions that may
occur. Ask your health care provider if Catapres may
interact with other medicines that you take. Check with
your health care provider before you start, stop, or
change the dose of any medicine |
How to use Catapres:
Use Catapres as directed by your doctor. Check the label on
the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
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Take Catapres by mouth with or without food.
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Take Catapres on a regular schedule to get the most
benefit from it. |
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Continue to take Catapres even if you feel well. Do
not miss any doses. |
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If you miss a dose of Catapres , take it as soon as
possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip
the missed dose. Go back to your regular dosing schedule.
Do not take 2 doses at once. |
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Ask your
health care provider any questions you may have about
how to use Catapres. |
Important safety information:
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Catapres may cause drowsiness, dizziness,
lightheadedness, or blurred vision. These effects may
be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines.
Use Catapres with caution. Do not drive or perform other
possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to
it. |
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Catapres may cause dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting;
alcohol, hot weather, exercise, or fever may increase
these effects. To prevent them, sit up or stand slowly,
especially in the morning. Sit or lie down at the first
sign of any of these effects. |
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Talk to your doctor before using alcohol or medicines
that may cause drowsiness (eg, sleep aids, muscle relaxers)
while you are using Catapres; it may add to their effects.
Ask your pharmacist if you have questions about which
medicines may cause drowsiness. |
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Tell your doctor or dentist that you take Catapres before
you receive any medical or dental care, emergency care,
or surgery. |
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Patients who take medicine for high blood pressure often
feel tired or run down for a few weeks after starting
treatment. Be sure to take your medicine even if you may
not feel "normal." Tell your doctor if you develop
any new symptoms. |
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If you have high blood pressure, do not use nonprescription
products that contain stimulants. These products may include
diet pills or cold medicines. Contact your doctor if you
have any questions or concerns. |
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If you experience dry mouth, use sugarless candy or
gum, or melt bits of ice in your mouth to help keep your
mouth moist. |
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Do not suddenly stop taking Catapres without talking
to your doctor. Nervousness, agitation, confusion, tremor,
and headache may occur. These may be followed by a rapid,
severe rise in blood pressure. You may be at greater risk
if you use high doses or if you also take a beta-blocker
(eg, propranolol). If you need to stop taking Catapres,
follow your doctor's instructions for slowly decreasing
your dose. |
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Lab tests, including blood pressure, may be performed
while you take Catapres. These tests may be used to monitor
your condition or check for side effects. Be sure to keep
all doctor and lab appointments. |
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Use Catapres with caution in the ELDERLY; they may be
more sensitive to its effects, especially dizziness. |
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Catapres should be used with extreme caution in CHILDREN
younger than 12 years old; safety and effectiveness in
these children have not been confirmed. |
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Use Catapres with extreme caution in CHILDREN unable
to take oral medicines due to vomiting; they may have
a higher risk of developing withdrawal symptoms, including
severe high blood pressure. |
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PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant,
contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits
and risks of using Catapres while you are pregnant. Catapres
is found in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding
while you use Catapres, check with your doctor. Discuss
any possible risks to your baby. |
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If you
suddenly stop taking Catapres, you may experience WITHDRAWAL
symptoms, including nervousness, agitation, headache,
tremor, and rapid increase in blood pressure. Do not
suddenly stop taking Catapres without checking with
your doctor. |
Possible side effects of Catapres:
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have
no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any
of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
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Constipation; dizziness; drowsiness; dry
mouth; nausea; tiredness; vomiting. |
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Seek medical
attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects
occur: |
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Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty
breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth,
face, lips, or tongue); chest pain; decreased sexual desire
or ability; fainting; fast, slow, or irregular heartbeat;
hallucinations; mental or mood changes; severe or persistent
headache or dizziness; swelling of the hands, ankles,
or feet. |
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