Patch, Tablet

Boehringer Ingelheim, Generic, Novopharm

Catapress (clonidine) is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure.

Do not take Catapress (clonidine) if you are allergic to any ingredient in Catapress (clonidine)

Before using Catapress (clonidine), tell your health care provider about any of the following: if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding if you are taking any other prescription medicine, nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement if you have severe heart problems if you have recently had a heart attack if you have recently had a stroke if you have kidney failure if you have any other medical condition

Do not stop Catapress (clonidine) suddenly. Fatal reactions like disruption of brain functions, stroke, fluid in the lungs, and death have been reported.

Other:  Pale skin; increased sensitivity to alcohol; depression; sleeplessness; changes in behavior; vivid dreamspernightmares; restlessness; anxiety; loss of appetite; general body discomfort; constipation; stomach pain; frequent urination at night; urinary retention; difficulty urinating; weight gain; swelling of the breast; muscle or joint pain; leg cramps; dryness of the nose; dry eyes; burning of the eyes; blurred vision. Nervousness, agitation, headache, tremor, and rapid increase in blood pressure may occur if you suddenly stop using Catapress (clonidine). Withdrawal should be gradual. Contact your health care provider if therapy is stopped for any reason.

How much medicine you take and how often you take it depends on many factors, including the condition being treated and the age and weight of the patient. If you have any questions about the amount andperor frequency of Catapress (clonidine) you are taking, talk with your health care provider. Carefully read the information provided with Catapress (clonidine) and reread it each time you get this prescription refilled. Take Catapress (clonidine) exactly as prescribed by your health care provider. Catapress (clonidine) is usually taken twice daily (morning and bedtime). Patients being treated for high blood pressure often feel tired or rundown for a few weeks after beginning therapy. Continue taking your medication even though you may not feel quite "normal". Contact your doctor or pharmacist about any new symptoms. Children may experience stomach problems that cause vomiting. Your child should be monitored for increased blood pressure if vomiting prevents himperher from taking Catapress (clonidine). Catapress (clonidine) may cause dizziness, drowsiness, or blurred vision. Use caution while driving or performing other tasks requiring alertness, coordination, or physical dexterity. Avoid drinking alcohol or taking other medicines that cause drowsiness (eg, sedatives, tranquilizers) while taking Catapress (clonidine). Patients with previous medical conditions should talk with their doctor before taking Catapress (clonidine). Do not stop taking Catapress (clonidine) without checking with your doctor. Do not take more medicine than prescribed unless advised to do so by your doctor. Contact your health care provider at once if you feel you have taken too much of Catapress (clonidine). Do not take any other over-the-counter or prescription medications without talking with your doctor. This includes any herbal preparations or dietary supplements. If a dose is missed, take it as soon as possible. If several hours have passed or if it is nearing time for the next dose, do not double the dose to catch up, unless advised by your doctor. If more than one dose is missed, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Store Catapress (clonidine) at 77 degrees F. Keep in a tight, light-resistant container.