Uses, Dosage & Side Effects: Clonidine Tablet

Clonidine Tablet

Generic nameClonidine Hydrochloride
Drug classCentrally acting alpha-adrenergic agonist
FormsExtended-release tablet, Immediate-release tablet, Transdermal patch

Clonidine is a prescription medicine available as regular tablets, extended-release tablets, and a skin patch. It is used mainly to treat high blood pressure and attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and is also used for menopausal hot flushes.

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