Drug Name: | Clonidine |
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Drug Class: | Alpha-2 adrenergic agonist |
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Mechanism of Action: | Stimulates alpha-2 adrenergic receptors in the brainstem, leading to decreased sympathetic outflow and reduced peripheral vascular resistance |
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Use: | - Hypertension
- Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
- Opioid withdrawal
- Tourette syndrome
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Side Effects: | - Sedation
- Dry mouth
- Constipation
- Dizziness
- Hypotension
- Bradycardia
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Contraindications: | - Hypersensitivity to clonidine
- Severe coronary artery disease
- Recent myocardial infarction
- Severe bradycardia
- Hypotension
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Specialty: | - Cardiology
- Psychiatry
- Addiction medicine
- Neurology
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