Drug: Catapres-TTS

clonidine (pronounced KLON-uh-deen)

Common Side Effects: drowsiness, dizziness, sedation, weakness, constipation, dry mouth, itching, inflamed skin (with transdermal patch).

Less Common Side Effects: fatigue, malaise, agitation, depression, low blood pressure, slow heart rate, nausea, vomiting, decreased appetite, inability to urinate, impotence, loss of sex drive, rash, weight gain.

Missed Dose: Take the missed dose as soon as possible. If you miss changing the skin patch for more than 3 days, check with your health care provider right away.

Drug Interactions: Combining certain medications may alter their actions or produce unwanted effects. Tell your health care provider about other prescription medications, nonprescription medications, herbs, and supplements you're taking, especially:

diuretics (water pills) and other blood pressure medications
MAO inhibitors (antidepressants)
medications that slow down the central nervous system (such as cold and allergy medications, tranquilizers, and sedatives)
prazosin (Minipress)
propranolol and other beta blockers
tricyclic antidepressants (such as amitriptyline and desipramine)
verapamil (Calan SR, Isoptin SR).

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