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