Apo-Clonidine

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Apo-Clonidine uses


Apo-Clonidine information

Apo-Clonidine is a medicine that is meant to lower the patient's blood pressure. It achieves its purpose as it decreases the levels in which certain chemicals are found in the patient's blood. In this way, the veins and arteries are allowed to widen, enabling the heart to beat regularly.

Apo-Clonidine indications

Apo-Clonidine is normally used in the treatment of hypertension. But Apo-Clonidine can also be used for other purposes that have not been mentioned here.

Apo-Clonidine warnings

This drug ought to be taken in on a regular basis. You should refrain from stopping your treatment without your personal physician's consent because this may lead to some of the following medical conditions:

Dangerously high blood pressure

Anxiety

Nervousness

A treatment with Apo-Clonidine could induce drowsiness or dizziness therefore caution is needed if the patient has to operate complicated machinery or to perform dangerous activities. During the patient's treatment with Apo-Clonidine he or she should refrain from taking in alcohol, pain relievers, antihistamines, sleeping pills or any other medicines without his or her doctor's approval.

You might not be allowed to follow a treatment with Apo-Clonidine if you are suffering from any of the next disorders:

Heart disease (heart attack)

Stroke

Kidney disease

Liver disease

If you are suffering from any of the ailments that have been mentioned here you might be told by your doctor not to start a treatment with Apo-Clonidine or he (or she) might want to adjust your dosage of the drug or to monitor your body's reaction to the treatment.

Apo-Clonidine is a Category C FDA pregnancy drug, meaning that it has not been established whether a treatment with it could harm pregnant women, nor is it known whether it can lead to unwanted birth defects. During the pregnancy's third trimester a treatment with Apo-Clonidine should be avoided. If you are pregnant or are planning to be so soon, you should consult with your doctor before starting a treatment with this drug. If you are breastfeeding an infant you should not start taking this medicine without consulting it with your physician.

Lower dosages are usually needed for patients over 60.

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Apo-Clonidine intake guidelines

Follow the instructions that your doctor has given you regarding your treatment with Apo-Clonidine Sanis Health. If you have any further questions, ask your doctor, a pharmacist or a nurse. You should accompany each and every dose of Apo-Clonidine that you take with a glass of water. It is recommended that you take the drug before bed time. Do not stop your treatment with Apo-Clonidine without your doctor's consent.

Apo-Clonidine dosage

Ask your doctor to calculate the dose of Apo-Clonidine that suits you best. The correct dosage varies from one person to another, as it depends on a couple of factors.

Apo-Clonidine overdose

Overdose of Apo-Clonidine usually leads to the next symptoms:

Drowsiness

Weakness

Lethargy

Slower heart rate

Lightheadedness

Vomiting

Nausea

Seizures

If you are experiencing any of the symptoms listed here, you are in need of medical attention.

Apo-Clonidine missed dose

Apo-Clonidine should be taken in or on a regular basis. If you are following a treatment with Apo-Clonidine Sanis Health, try not to miss any of your doses. If you happen to miss one take it as soon as possible and continue with your regular schedule. You should not take in a double dose of this drug unless you are instructed by your physician to do so.

Apo-Clonidine side effects

Taking Apo-Clonidine may result in some of these side effects:

Difficulty while breathing

Throat closing

Hives

Swelling of the tongue, face or lips

Slow hear rate

Abnormal low or high blood pressure (headache, fainting, redness of the neck, face and chest, sometimes dizziness)

If you are experiencing these side effects stop your treatment and inform your physician.

Apo-Clonidine can also induce other side effects (more common and less serious) such as:

Abnormal fatigue, tiredness or dizziness

Diarrhea

Headache

Constipation, vomiting and nausea

Dry mouth

Insomnia

These mild side effects shouldn't stop you from continuing with your treatment. However, you should inform your doctor at once.

Other side effects may also occur when you take Apo-Clonidine Sanis Health. Inform your physician immediately if you experience anything unusual while taking this drug.

Apo-Clonidine drug reactions

Apo-Clonidine is known to cause drowsiness. Taking in alcohol, antidepressants, sedatives, antihistamines, pain relievers, drugs for anxiety or muscle relaxants could increase this side effect of Apo-Clonidine Sanis Health. Avoid taking them during your treatment with Apo-Clonidine Sanis Health.

Apo-Clonidine may interact with some of these drugs so it is best that you avoid taking them during your treatment with this drug:

Beta blockers

Prazosin

Levodopa

Tricyclic antidepressant

Verapamil

There are other drugs which may also interact with Apo-Clonidine Sanis Health. Inform your physician if you are taking any other drugs except Apo-Clonidine Sanis Health.

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References

  1. Dailymed."CLONIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE TABLET [CARDINAL HEALTH]". https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailym... (accessed August 28, 2018).
  2. Dailymed."CLONIDINE: DailyMed provides trustworthy information about marketed drugs in the United States. DailyMed is the official provider of FDA label information (package inserts).". https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailym... (accessed August 28, 2018).
  3. "clonidine". https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/co... (accessed August 28, 2018).

Frequently asked Questions

Can i drive or operate heavy machine after consuming Apo-Clonidine?

Depending on the reaction of the Apo-Clonidine after taken, if you are feeling dizziness, drowsiness or any weakness as a reaction on your body, Then consider Apo-Clonidine not safe to drive or operate heavy machine after consumption. Meaning that, do not drive or operate heavy duty machines after taking the capsule if the capsule has a strange reaction on your body like dizziness, drowsiness. As prescribed by a pharmacist, it is dangerous to take alcohol while taking medicines as it exposed patients to drowsiness and health risk. Please take note of such effect most especially when taking Primosa capsule. It's advisable to consult your doctor on time for a proper recommendation and medical consultations.

Is Apo-Clonidine addictive or habit forming?

Medicines are not designed with the mind of creating an addiction or abuse on the health of the users. Addictive Medicine is categorically called Controlled substances by the government. For instance, Schedule H or X in India and schedule II-V in the US are controlled substances.

Please consult the medicine instruction manual on how to use and ensure it is not a controlled substance.In conclusion, self medication is a killer to your health. Consult your doctor for a proper prescription, recommendation, and guidiance.

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