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Clonidine is used as a blood pressure medication. It lowers blood pressure but causes drowsiness.
According to Drugs.Com, although not approved by the FDA for these purposes, Clonidine has also been used to relieve alcohol withdrawal, as an aid in methadone and opiate detoxification, as an aid in quitting smoking, to treat diabetic diarrhea, to treat Tourette's Syndrome. Clonidine has also been used to reduce menopausal flushing, to treat postherpetic neuralgia, to treat ulcerative colitis, and to diagnose pheochromocytoma.
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Can you drink while taking clonidine?
Evidently if you drink alcohol it inhibits the effects of clonidine, meaning it would be the same thing as if you did not take your clonidine pill. If you have been taking clonidine for a long time then you could have higher blood pressure etc.
Can you drink alcohol while taking clonidine?
Evidently if you drink alcohol it inhibits the effects of clonidine, meaning it would be the same thing as if you did not take your clonidine pill. If you have been taking clonidine for a long time then you could have higher blood pressure etc.
Is clonidine and clonidine hcl the same?
Yes, Clonidine and Clonidine HCL are the same. They are both in the family of medications called antihypertensives. They should not be used without a prescription.
Can you take clonidine with Vyvanse?
If is completely fine to take the drugs Clonidine and Vyvanse. Clonidine will help you with your sleeping problems.
What is the generic name for clonidine?
The generic name is clonidine and the brand name is Catapres..
Can clonidine test positive for benzodiazepines?
will clonidine come up positive on drug test
Does clonidine affect blood pressure?
My son is on clonidine & they told me to watch his blood pressure. its low, what are signs
What is clonidine hydrochloride?
Clonidine is a antihypertensive medication used to treat blood pressure.
Is clonidine a blood thinner?
no
Are there any medications that can reduce the therapeutic effects of Ativan?
Yes, clonidine has been used to reduce symptoms of withdrawal and physical dependence from chronic benzodiazepine use as with Ativan or Xanax.
Is clonidine a ace inhibitor?
Clonidine is not an ACE inhibitor. It is used for lowering blood pressure and has other uses as well.
Is clonidine klonopin?
No, Clonidine belongs to a class of medications known as alpha agonists.
