Clonidine

Uses

Clonidine is used in the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure) and opioid withdrawal. It can also be used to prevent migraine attacks and hot flashes that may occur in women during menopause.

How it Works

How Clonidine works Clonidine is an alpha-2 agonist. It functions by relaxing blood vessels, which enhances the heart's efficiency in pumping blood throughout the body.

Side Effects

Common side effects of Clonidine include dizziness, dry mouth, headache, nausea, fatigue, orthostatic hypotension (sudden drop in blood pressure upon standing), erectile dysfunction, and enlarged salivary glands.

Expert Advice

  • Clonidine may cause dizziness or sleepiness.
  • Do not drive or engage in activities requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
  • It may cause you to feel lightheaded, especially when standing up (orthostatic hypotension).
  • Rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
  • It may cause dryness of the eyes; take caution while using contact lenses.
  • Dry mouth may occur as a side effect.
  • Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake, and sugarless candy may help alleviate dry mouth.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.
  • Dizziness or fainting may occur, particularly when rising from a lying or sitting position.
  • Getting up slowly may help improve this issue.
  • Maintain a healthy lifestyle with a low-fat, high-fiber, low-sodium diet, quit smoking, limit alcohol intake, increase physical activity, monitor your weight, and reduce stress.

Related Medications

Molecule
Salt Composition

Clonidine 100mcg

hero_image
Clonidime 100mcg Tablet 30s
Steris Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
Strip of 30 tablets

30.8

45% OFF

MRP 56.1

Molecule
Salt Composition in both

Clonidine 100mcg

hero_image
Clonigood 100mg Tablet 30s
Workcell Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
Strip of 30 tablets
MRP

70

hero_image
Clonidime 100mcg Tablet 30s
Steris Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
Strip of 30 tablets

30.8

MRP 56.1

56% Savings
Molecule
Salt Composition in both

Clonidine 100mcg

hero_image
Cata Dict 0.1mcg Tablet 10s
Psychocare Health Pvt. Ltd.
Strip of 10 tablets
MRP

16

hero_image
Clonidime 100mcg Tablet 30s
Steris Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
Strip of 30 tablets

30.8

MRP 56.1

36% Savings
Molecule
Salt Composition in both

Clonidine 100mcg

hero_image
Cloud 100mcg Tablet
Nutraferon Pvt. Ltd.
Strip of 10 tablets
MRP

15

hero_image
Clonidime 100mcg Tablet 30s
Steris Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
Strip of 30 tablets

30.8

MRP 56.1

31% Savings
Molecule
Salt Composition in both

Clonidine 100mcg

hero_image
Clonithem 100 Tablet 30s
Anthem Bio Pharma
Strip of 30 tablets
MRP

100

hero_image
Clonidime 100mcg Tablet 30s
Steris Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
Strip of 30 tablets

30.8

MRP 56.1

69% Savings
Molecule
Salt Composition in both

Clonidine 100mcg

hero_image
Closidin 100mcg Tablet
Cmg Biotech Pvt. Ltd.
Strip of 10 tablets
MRP

15

hero_image
Clonidime 100mcg Tablet 30s
Steris Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
Strip of 30 tablets

30.8

MRP 56.1

31% Savings
Molecule
Salt Composition in both

Clonidine 100mcg

hero_image
Clonizole 100 Tablet
Johnlee Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.
Strip of 30 tablets
MRP

72

hero_image
Clonidime 100mcg Tablet 30s
Steris Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
Strip of 30 tablets

30.8

MRP 56.1

57% Savings
Molecule
Salt Composition

Clonidine 150mcg

hero_image
Cloneon 150mcg Injection 1ml
Neon Laboratories Ltd.
Vial of 1 ml

74.5

18% OFF

MRP 90.9

Molecule
Salt Composition in both

Clonidine 100mcg

hero_image
Arkamin 100mcg Tablet 30s
Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Strip of 30 tablets
MRP

90.4

hero_image
Clonidime 100mcg Tablet 30s
Steris Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
Strip of 30 tablets

30.8

MRP 56.1

66% Savings
Molecule
Salt Composition in both

Clonidine 100mcg

hero_image
Clodict 100mcg Tablet
Consern Pharma Ltd.
Strip of 10 tablets
MRP

26

hero_image
Clonidime 100mcg Tablet 30s
Steris Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
Strip of 30 tablets

30.8

MRP 56.1

60% Savings
Molecule
Salt Composition in both

Clonidine 100mcg

hero_image
C Dine 100mcg Tablet 10s
Ryon Pharma
Strip of 10 tablets
MRP

22

hero_image
Clonidime 100mcg Tablet 30s
Steris Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
Strip of 30 tablets

30.8

MRP 56.1

53% Savings
Molecule
Salt Composition in both

Clonidine 100mcg

hero_image
Arkapres 100 Tablet
Biokindle Lifesciences Pvt. Ltd.
Strip of 10 tablets
MRP

15.1

hero_image
Clonidime 100mcg Tablet 30s
Steris Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
Strip of 30 tablets

30.8

MRP 56.1

32% Savings
Molecule
Salt Composition in both

Clonidine 100mcg

hero_image
Albamine 100mcg Tablet 10s
Albus Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
Strip of 10 tablets
MRP

12.6

hero_image
Clonidime 100mcg Tablet 30s
Steris Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
Strip of 30 tablets

30.8

MRP 56.1

18% Savings
Molecule
Salt Composition in both

Clonidine 100mcg

hero_image
Arkafix 100mg Tablet 10s
Renspur Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
Strip of 10 tablets
MRP

21.5

hero_image
Clonidime 100mcg Tablet 30s
Steris Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
Strip of 30 tablets

30.8

MRP 56.1

52% Savings
Molecule
Salt Composition in both

Clonidine 100mcg

hero_image
Arkaneed 100mcg Tablet 30s
Chemo Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
Strip of 30 tablets
MRP

72

hero_image
Clonidime 100mcg Tablet 30s
Steris Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
Strip of 30 tablets

30.8

MRP 56.1

57% Savings
Molecule
Salt Composition in both

Clonidine 100mcg

hero_image
Clonice Tablet
Crestige Lifecare
Strip of 30 tablets
MRP

60.5

hero_image
Clonidime 100mcg Tablet 30s
Steris Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
Strip of 30 tablets

30.8

MRP 56.1

49% Savings
Molecule
Salt Composition in both

Clonidine 100mcg

hero_image
Neodine Tablet
Holy Evolution Pharma
Strip of 10 tablets
MRP

23

hero_image
Clonidime 100mcg Tablet 30s
Steris Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
Strip of 30 tablets

30.8

MRP 56.1

55% Savings
Molecule
Salt Composition in both

Clonidine 100mcg

hero_image
Dictcalm 100mcg Tablet 10s
Ryon Pharma
Strip of 10 tablets
MRP

22

hero_image
Clonidime 100mcg Tablet 30s
Steris Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
Strip of 30 tablets

30.8

MRP 56.1

53% Savings
Molecule
Salt Composition in both

Clonidine 100mcg

hero_image
Clonist 100mcg Tablet
Alienist Pharmaceutical Pvt. Ltd.
Strip of 10 tablets
MRP

39

hero_image
Clonidime 100mcg Tablet 30s
Steris Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
Strip of 30 tablets

30.8

MRP 56.1

74% Savings
Molecule
Salt Composition

Clonidine 150mcg

hero_image
Arkamin 150mcg Tablet 30s
Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Strip of 30 tablets

149.5

18% OFF

MRP 182.3

Molecule
Salt Composition in both

Clonidine 150mcg

hero_image
Catapres 150mcg Tablet 100s
Zydus Cadila
Bottle of 100 tablets
MRP

98.4

hero_image
Arkamin 150mcg Tablet 30s
Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Strip of 30 tablets

149.5

MRP 182.3

Top Brand
Molecule
Salt Composition in both

Clonidine 150mcg

hero_image
Arkafix 150mg Tablet 10s
Renspur Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
Strip of 10 tablets
MRP

22.5

hero_image
Arkamin 150mcg Tablet 30s
Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Strip of 30 tablets

149.5

MRP 182.3

Top Brand
Molecule
Salt Composition in both

Clonidine 150mcg

hero_image
Albamine 150mcg Tablet 10s
Albus Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
Strip of 10 tablets
MRP

39.9

hero_image
Arkamin 150mcg Tablet 30s
Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Strip of 30 tablets

149.5

MRP 182.3

Top Brand
Molecule
Salt Composition in both

Clonidine 150mcg

hero_image
Catapress 150mcg Tablet
Cadila Healthcare Ltd.
Strip of 10 tablets
MRP

12

hero_image
Arkamin 150mcg Tablet 30s
Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Strip of 30 tablets

149.5

MRP 182.3

Top Brand
Molecule
Salt Composition

Clonidine 10mcg

hero_image
Clonid 10mcg Tablet 10s
Psycormedies
Strip of 10 tablets
MRP

16

Sorry, the substitute medicine is Currently Unavailable

Frequently asked questions

Weight gain is not a common side effect of Clonidine. If you have concerns about weight gain, consult your doctor or a nutritionist for management advice.
It is advisable to avoid alcohol while taking Clonidine, as it can exacerbate side effects and increase drowsiness.
Yes, Clonidine can cause dizziness, especially when standing up quickly from a sitting or lying position. To minimize this risk, rise slowly after being seated or lying down.
Taking more than the prescribed dose of Clonidine can be dangerous and potentially life-threatening, causing severe drops in blood pressure and heart rate. Seek emergency medical attention immediately if an overdose occurs.
You can eat and drink normally while on Clonidine. However, adopting a healthy lifestyle, including quitting smoking, eating nutritious foods, and exercising regularly, can enhance your overall health.
Depression is a known side effect of Clonidine, along with potential sleep disturbances. Rare side effects may include hallucinations, nightmares, and difficulty processing your surroundings.
You can continue to engage in sports while taking Clonidine, as regular exercise can help manage blood pressure. However, avoid excessive exertion or pushing yourself too hard.
;

Flat Rs 100 on first app order   |    Use Code:  APP100   | 

Flat Rs 100 on first app order

USE CODE: APP100

PlatinumRx

Download Now

AppleIconPlayStoreIcon