Clonidine 0 2mg Side Effects

Hi i was wondering if i took 2 0.1 mg of clonidine would it hurt me i just got prescribed them help me sleep and they did not make me sleepy so i took one more is that bad ## Hi Kerri, According to NIH, Clonidine is available in three dosage strengths (0.1 mg, 0.2 mg and 0.3 mg). So it's certainly not unheard of to take 0.2mg. The following excerpt on 'Clonidine's maintenance dosing' was quoted from NIH's webpage: "Further increments of 0.1 mg per day may be made at weekly intervals if necessary until the desired response is achieved. Taking the larger portion of the oral daily dose at bedtime may minimize transient adjustment effects of dry mouth and drowsiness. The therapeutic doses most commonly employed have ranged from 0.2 mg to 0.6 mg per day given in divid...

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I've been on Clonidine for about 6 months .2mg three times a day. I asked my Doctor if he can change my medication. He gave my Hydralize 50mg to help me when off it and told me to reduce the dose of Clonidine from .2mg to .1mg. Is this a good plan? ## Hello, Rami! How are you? For the best results, it is always a good idea to follow your doctor's instructions and advice. The FDA lists the typical side effects of Hydralazine as possibly including dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth, and sedation. Have you made the change, yet?

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I am on Clonidine for anxiety and other reasons. I take 0.1mg to 0.2mg at a time. Today I was watching my grandkids when I took 0.2mg around 3:30 - 4:00. I had such a hectic day, got home at 7 and took it again forgetting I already took it. Will I be ok? I'm a little scared... ## How are you doing? Did you experience any adverse effects? In most cases, unless someone is allergic to a medication, accidentally taking a double dose, just once, will usually only cause worsening of some of the side effects, which the FDA lists as possibly including nausea, dizziness, sedation, lowered heart rate, and lowered blood pressure. But in some cases, this could put some people in danger, so in such situations, it is always best to seek emergency medical advice, via an ER doctor, or urgent care c...

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I've been on the clonidine 0.2mg transdermal for almost a year with very good results. For about 2 wks now my bp has been around 150/90. Could the clonidine be losing effect on my bp? Before starting clonidine my bp was 200/110 and hr was 140 for weeks. Lisinopril 40mg did nothing but give me severe nausea and diarrhea. ## Hello, Buffy! How are you? Yes, your body will eventually get used to anything that you ingest for a long period of time and it will no longer be as effective. Sometimes it takes years for some people, but for others it may take only a few months. The FDA lists the typical side effects of this medication as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache and insomnia. Have you informed your doctor?

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circle orange pill with 123 on one side and a ribbon shape on the other side ## The ribbon is an R logo, but there is no tablet they make, in the U.S. with a 123 on it. However, there is a tablet that matches this description with an R 128. Could it possibly be an 8? The R 128 tablet contains 0.2mgs of Clonidine, primarily used to help lower high blood pressure. Common side effects can include: nausea, drowsiness, dizziness and headache. Read more:

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My grandchildren both take Clonidine for ADHD. One of them is out of their prescription of the 0.3mg pill. Would it be okay to give him 2 of the 0.1mg (for a total of 0.2mg) pills until his prescription gets refilled? ## Hello, Deb! How are you and your grandkids? You should check with his doctor first, but in theory there shouldn't be anything wrong with doing so… however, you may end up running the other child short on their medication. The FDA lists the typical side effects of this medication as possibly including nausea, dizziness, anxiety, headache and hypotension. Is there anything else I can help with?

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peach oval ## Is there also a V on the opposite side? If so, this tablet contains 0.2mgs of Clonidine, a generic for Catapres, this is used to help lower blood pressure. Common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, headache and dizziness. You can read more here: Please let me know if this is the correct tablet?

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small round white pill imprinted 981 mylan ## Is the marking possibly MYLAN 186? If so, this tablet contains 0.2mgs of Clonidine, which is used to treat various conditions, such as high blood pressure, ADHD, and anxiety. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, and insomnia.

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Will it help with oxycodone withdrawal's ## Hello, Mia! How are you? This tablet is manufactured by Vintage Pharmaceuticals and they list it as containing 0.2mgs of Clonidine and yes, it is sometimes prescribed to help minimize withdrawal symptoms. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, sedation and mood changes. Is there anything else I can help with?

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What is this for? It is a little white pill with Mylan 186 on it. ## MY SON IS PRESCRIBED THIS MYLAN 186 AS A SLEEPING PILL. ## This tablet contains 0.2mgs of Clonidine, which is almost an all-purpose drug, it has many medical uses, including sedation, so it can be used to help with sleep issues in some people. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, dry mouth and constipation. You can learn more Clonidine details here. Are there any comments or questions? Is there anything I can help with?

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White oval shaped pill with u_136 on one side and blank on other side. I found it in my child's room and would like to know what it is? ## Hello, Danielle! How are you? This tablet is manufactured by Unichem Pharmaceuticals and they list it as containing 0.2mgs of Clonidine, which is used to treat various conditions, such as high blood pressure, ADHD, and anxiety. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, and sedation. Is there anything else I can help with? ## If you can use the internet for your question, why don't you just look it up?

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I'm a 38 yr old black female and I recently decided to start a family. I was taking losartan 100mg daily, clonidine HCL 0.2mg twice daily, and hctz 25mg daily to control my blood pressure. My doctor has taken me off of the losartan and I'm concerned about my blood pressure spiking since I've stopped. ## Hello, Maria! How are you? Are you still taking the other medications? If so, then it isn't likely a dangerous spike will occur, though you may still experience a slight elevation. How often do you check your blood pressure? What have your recent readings been? The FDA lists the typical side effects of these medications as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination and hypotension.

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I have half a pill with 25 on the front and v on the back its round and light orange in color ## Hello, Don! How are you? I can't be sure, without knowing the full imprint, but you may have found a tablet manufactured by Vintage Pharmaceuticals that they list as containing 0.2mgs of Clonidine. It matches this description and the additional numbers on it would be 42. Clonidine is listed by the FDA as having quite a few medical uses, including sedation, treating ADHD and treating high blood pressure. Its typical side effects may include nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth and headache. I'll keep looking and post back, if I find any other possibilities. Does anyone else have any ideas?

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I noticed when I started taking the Olmesartan Medoxomil about 9 months ago it has a pretty bad smell. I took it back to the pharmacy and told them to smell the bottle and they agreed but said they all smell like that. I take this plus the generic Norvasc 10mg, the Olmesartan is 40/25 and clonidine 0.2mg. I have noticed recently swelling in my feet and ankles, also a rash on the lower part of my legs. ## I was originally prescribed Benicar 40/20 but when they came out with a generic (olmesartan) i was required to switch over to that. I have taken these two medications for years and have had no side effects at all. I know everyone can have different effects I have never had any issues (yet). ## Hello, Sue! How are you doing? Has there been any change? You should contact your doctor immed...

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circle orange ## This tablet contains 0.2mgs of Clonidine, a generic for Catapres. This is used to help lower high blood pressure. Some of the most common side effects include: drowsiness, light headedness, nausea and dry mouth.

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sm round white pill ## Is it possibly Mylan 186? If so, then this tablet contains 0.2mgs of Clonidine, most commonly used to help lower blood pressure. Common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, dizziness and headache. Read more:

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