clonidine
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- an antihypertensive (trade name Catapres) that can be administered orally or via transdermal patches
- Clonidine (Catapres) is a medication used to treat several medical conditions. It is a direct-acting α2 adrenergic agonist.
- A prescription medication (Catapres; generic available) primarily used to lower blood pressure. It has also been shown in research studies to help smokers quit smoking. Not approved by the FDA for smoking cessation.
- like argenine it is a stimulant for the pituitary gland. It too has been used safely for many years.
- An alpha-2 adrenergic agonist that crosses the blood-brain barrier. Clonidine's central actions reduce sympathetic tone, resulting in a fall in diastolic and systolic blood pressure and a reduction in heart rate. ...
- Drug used to induce sleepiness in active children.
- (eg, Catapres)—This may reverse blood pressure-lowering effects of beta-blockers and vice versa. A doctor should monitor blood pressure carefully if these drugs are being mixed.