Catapres
Formulated to mitigate high blood pressure and designed to alleviate symptoms of hypertensive and vascular states.
Strengths: 100mcg
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Medicine details
- Therapeutic class
Antihypertensive
- Pharmacological class
Alpha-2 Adrenergic Agonist
- Contraindications
sick sinus syndrome; severe bradycardia
- Minor side effects
dry mouth; drowsiness; sedation; dizziness
- Moderate side effects
constipation; headache; fatigue; nausea
- Dosage forms
Tablet
- Administration route
Oral use
- Prescription status
POM
- Manufacturer
Boehringer Ingelheim
- Onset Time
30–60 minutes
- Duration
8 hours
- Storage instructions
Store in a cool, dry place.
- Drug interactions
Alcohol; Sedatives; Beta-blockers
- Age restrictions
Not recommended for children.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Risk assessment required. Breastfeeding: Caution advised.
Precautions and warnings
do not stop treatment abruptly to avoid rebound hypertension; may cause drowsiness; use with caution in patients with depression
Serious side effects
bradycardia — requires immediate medical attention; arrhythmia — requires immediate medical attention; depression — requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Formulated to mitigate high blood pressure and designed to alleviate symptoms of hypertensive and vascular states.
Mechanism of action
Acts centrally on alpha-2 adrenergic receptors in the brain stem. This stimulation inhibits the sympathetic outflow from the central nervous system, resulting in a decrease in peripheral vascular resistance and lower blood pressure.
Catapres
Formulated to mitigate high blood pressure and designed to alleviate symptoms of hypertensive and vascular states.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Clonidine
- Listed indication(s): Hypertension, Migraine Prophylaxis, Menopausal Flushing
Available option
- 90 tablets - 100 mcg72-100-mcg-242