Other names: Catapres, Catapres-TTS, Duraclon, Jenloga, and Kapvay
Categories: Prescription Medication
Description:
Clonidine is a centrally acting alpha-2 adrenergic agonist that lowers blood pressure by decreasing sympathetic nervous system activity. It is typically reserved for resistant hypertension or short-term outpatient management of significantly elevated blood pressure. Due to its sedating effects, dry mouth, and risk of rebound hypertension if abruptly discontinued, clonidine is not considered a first-line therapy. It is available in oral and transdermal patch forms, with the patch offering more stable blood levels and fewer peaks and troughs.
Treatment For:
AI generated Summary: Based on the single review provided by Dr. Curbside, Clonidine appears to be an effective treatment for hypertension, particularly in cases of resistant high blood pressure or when rapid lowering is required. However, it is not considered a first-line choice due to potential side effects and the risk of rebound hypertension.
Clonidine is used for hypertension primarily in cases of resistant high blood pressure or for short-term outpatient control when rapid lowering is needed. It’s not a first-line choice due to side effects and risk of rebound hypertension, but it is effective when other options have failed.
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