Clonidine Transdermal: What Should I Discuss With My Healthcare Provider Before Using Clonidine Transdermal
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What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before using clonidine transdermal?
 | Do not use this medication if you are allergic to clonidine. |
Before using clonidine transdermal, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you have:
- heart disease;
- a history of heart attack or stroke;
- liver disease; or
- kidney disease.
If you have any of these conditions, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely use this medication.
 | FDA pregnancy category C. This medication may be harmful to an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment. |
 | Clonidine can pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby. |
 | Do not give this medication to a child younger than 12 years old. |
Older adults may be more likely to have side effects from this medication.
| Last updated: | June 18, 2008 |
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