Clonomide 100 mcg Tablet

Clonomide 100 mcg Tablet contains clonidine 100 micrograms (0.1 mg) in each tablet. Clonidine is a central alpha-2 adrenergic agonist used mainly to help lower blood pressure, and in some patients it may also be used for other doctor-directed reasons. As a tablet, Clonomide 100 mcg Tablet is taken by mouth and is part of the treatment plan for heart and blood pressure control. It should be used exactly as prescribed because clonidine can affect both blood pressure and heart rate.

How it works: Clonidine works in the brain to calm the nerve signals that tell blood vessels to tighten. In tablet form, Clonomide 100 mcg Tablet helps relax blood vessels so blood can flow more easily and blood pressure can come down.

Clonomide 100 mcg Tablet is the 100 mcg strength, which is a low-dose tablet often used when a clinician wants a small, adjustable dose. Because there are no other strengths or forms in this brand line listed here, this tablet fits into the usual clonidine dosing approach as a starting or stepwise dose that can be adjusted by a doctor based on response and tolerability. It may be chosen when a patient needs gradual blood pressure lowering and careful monitoring for drowsiness or a slower pulse.

• High blood pressure (hypertension)
• Blood pressure control when other medicines are not enough
• Doctor-directed use for certain conditions requiring clonidine
• May be used as part of a longer-term blood pressure plan

• Swallow Clonomide 100 mcg Tablet whole with water unless your doctor tells you otherwise.
• Take it at the same time each day to help keep blood pressure control steady.
• You may take it with or without food; food does not usually change how the tablet works much.
• Do not stop taking it suddenly, because blood pressure can rise quickly if clonidine is withdrawn too fast.
• If you miss a dose, take it when you remember unless it is almost time for the next dose; do not double up without medical advice.

Each Clonomide 100 mcg Tablet provides 100 micrograms of clonidine. The dose may be taken once daily or divided into more than one dose per day depending on the reason for use and how your doctor wants to control blood pressure; the exact maximum daily amount is determined by the prescriber and should not be changed on your own. This strength is intended for individualized dosing, and your doctor may adjust the schedule based on your blood pressure, pulse, and side effects.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Clonidine may include:

• Sleepiness or drowsiness, which may be more noticeable with this clonidine tablet
• Dry mouth
• Dizziness or lightheadedness
• Fatigue
• Constipation
• Headache
• Slower heart rate

• Use caution if you have a history of heart disease, slow pulse, or low blood pressure.
• Clonomide 100 mcg Tablet can cause drowsiness, so driving or operating machinery may be unsafe until you know how it affects you.
• Alcohol can increase sleepiness and dizziness with clonidine.
• Do not stop the tablet suddenly unless your doctor tells you to taper it.
• Tell your doctor if you take other blood pressure medicines, because the combined effect may lower blood pressure too much.
• Use extra caution in older adults, who may be more sensitive to dizziness and falls.
• Do not use this medicine without medical guidance if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning pregnancy.

• Alcohol
• Other blood pressure medicines
• Beta-blockers such as metoprolol or propranolol
• Sedatives, sleeping pills, or other medicines that cause drowsiness
• Tricyclic antidepressants may reduce clonidine’s blood pressure effect

Store Clonomide 100 mcg Tablet in its original strip/box at room temperature, away from excess heat, moisture, and light.