Clonidine
Uses
Clonidine is used to treat high blood pressure, which is also known as hypertension.
How it Works
Clonidine is a central alpha agonist and it works by relaxing blood vessels by decreasing the levels of certain chemical messengers in the body and thus allowing blood to flow more freely through the blood vessels.
Common Side effects
Patients who take Clonidine may suffer from such side effects;
Headache,
Dry mouth,
Nausea,
Fatigue,
Drowsiness,
Dizziness,
Constipation,
Erectile dysfunction,
Sleep disorder,
Vomiting,
Depression,
Orthostatic hypotension
Hydrochlorothiazide
Uses
Hydrochlorothiazide is used in the treatment of high blood pressure or hypertension, congestive heart failure,fluid retention (edema), cirrhosis of the liver, corticosteroid and estrogen therapy, and kidney disorders.
How it Works
Hydrochlorothiazide contains a form of thiazide, which is a diuretic that prompts your body to produce and eliminate more urine, which helps lower blood pressure.Hydrochlorothiazide lowers the blood pressure and swelling by removing extra water and electrolytes from the body.
Common Side effects
Patients who take Hydrochlorothiazide may suffer from such side effects;
Headache,
Nausea,
Increased blood uric acid,
Decreased potassium level in blood,
Glucose intolerance,
Anemia,
Blood disorders,
Changes in blood sugar,
Constipation,
Difficulty breathing,
Dizziness,
Fever,
Altered blood lipids