Clonidine Use in Children or Teens
Clonidine patches and tablets are not approved for use in children under the age of 12. Talk with your child's healthcare provider about the benefits and risks of using clonidine in children. It is important to keep in mind that children often have stomach illnesses that cause nausea and vomiting (which may make taking medications impossible). This could lead to serious problems that occur if clonidine is stopped suddenly.
Epidural clonidine is approved for use in children who are old enough to tolerate the epidural insertion and management.
Off-Label Uses of Clonidine
On occasion, your healthcare provider may recommend clonidine for something other than
high blood pressure or severe cancer pain. Sometimes, the medicine is used
off-label for the following conditions:
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