Hypertension Articles A-Z

Catapres-TTS

Catapres-TTS is a medicated skin patch that is often prescribed to treat high blood pressure. This article on the eMedTV Web site offers information on how to use the patch, describes how the drug works, and explains what side effects may occur.

Catapres-TTS Dosage

The usual starting dosage of Catapres-TTS is one patch applied once a week. This segment from the eMedTV library further explains how dosing works for this medication and offers instructions and warnings on using the skin patch.

Catapres-TTS Drug Interactions

Beta blockers, digoxin, and certain other medications may cause drug interactions with Catapres-TTS. This eMedTV article lists other medicines that may interfere with Catapres-TTS and describes the potential risks associated with these interactions.

Catapres-TTS Side Effects

Common side effects of Catapres-TTS include skin irritation and dry mouth. As this eMedTV page explains, most side effects of the drug are minor, but you should seek medical attention if you experience chest pain, fainting, or other serious problems.

Catapres-TTS Uses

Catapres is approved to treat high blood pressure in adults and children 12 years old and older. This eMedTV resource explains how this medication works, lists possible off-label uses of Catapres, and further discusses the use of this drug in children.

Catapres-TTS Warnings and Precautions

Catapres-TTS patches must be removed before MRI scans, as serious burns may result. This eMedTV Web page provides other warnings and precautions for Catapres-TTS, including information on how to safely stop using this medication.

Catapress TTS

Catapres-TTS is a high blood pressure medication that comes in the form of a skin patch. This eMedTV resource describes how Catapres-TTS works and explains how often the patch must be applied. Catapress TTS is a common misspelling of Catapres-TTS.

Causes of Hypertension

Some possible causes of hypertension include Cushing's, sleep apnea, and birth control pills. This eMedTV page explores other possible causes and looks at risk factors that can increase your chances of developing hypertension.

Chlonadine

People with high blood pressure may benefit from the prescription drug clonidine. This eMedTV segment explores other approved uses for the medicine and lists some possible side effects. Chlonadine is a common misspelling of clonidine.

Clonadine

Clonidine is a prescription drug licensed for the treatment of high blood pressure and cancer pain. This eMedTV article describes clonidine in more detail and explains how often this drug should be used. Clonadine is a common misspelling of clonidine.

Clondine

The prescription drug clonidine is most often used for treating high blood pressure. This eMedTV Web page covers other clonidine uses and explains what side effects may occur with this medication. Clondine is a common misspelling of clonidine.

Clonedine

Many doctors may prescribe clonidine for the treatment of high blood pressure. As this eMedTV article explains, one specific form of clonidine can also be used to treat severe pain in people with cancer. Clonedine is a common misspelling of clonidine.

Clonidene

Clonidine is a prescription medicine used for treating high blood pressure and severe cancer pain. This eMedTV page describes different clonidine products and lists possible side effects of the drug. Clonidene is a common misspelling of clonidine.

Clonidine

Clonidine is a prescription drug most commonly used for treating high blood pressure. This eMedTV resource discusses other approved uses of the medicine, describes how it works, and explains what side effects may occur with treatment.

Clonidine .1 mg Tablets

Clonidine tablets, which are approved for treating high blood pressure, are available in three strengths. As this eMedTV segment explains, many people start with .1 mg clonidine tablets (one tablet twice daily, taken in the morning and at bedtime).

Clonidine .3 mg Tablets

Clonidine comes in the form of tablets, skin patches, and an epidural. As this eMedTV article explains, there are three strengths available for the tablet form: .3 mg clonidine tablets, .2 mg clonidine tablets, and .1 mg clonidine tablets.

Clonidine and Breastfeeding

Clonidine is a prescription medication known to pass through breast milk in humans. This page from the eMedTV Web site provides more information on breastfeeding and clonidine, and explains what problems may occur if an infant is exposed to the drug.

Clonidine and Dry Mouth

As this eMedTV article explains, dry mouth is one of the most commonly reported side effects of clonidine. This segment further discusses the link between dry mouth and clonidine, and explains what you can do to help relieve a dry mouth.

Clonidine and Pregnancy

As this eMedTV resource explains, based on the results of animal studies on pregnancy and clonidine, the drug may not be safe for pregnant women. Giving clonidine to rats and mice before and during pregnancy increased the risk of miscarriages.

Clonidine Dosage

If you are switching from clonidine tablets to patches, your doctor may need to wean you off the tablets. This eMedTV page explains what the usual starting dosage is for different clonidine products and offers tips on safely taking these drugs.

Clonidine Drug Class

Clonidine is an alpha-2 adrenergic agonist medication used to treat high blood pressure and cancer pain. This eMedTV segment describes the drug class of clonidine in more detail, including information on how alpha-2 adrenergic agonists work.

Clonidine Drug Information

Clonidine is a medicine licensed for the treatment of high blood pressure and severe cancer pain. This eMedTV article contains more information on the drug, including clonidine warnings that you should be aware of before starting treatment.

Clonidine HCL .2 mg Tablets

The tablet form of clonidine comes in three different strengths. As this eMedTV Web page explains, most people start with .1 mg tablets. If needed, your doctor may slowly increase your dose to .2 mg clonidine HCl tablets or .3 mg clonidine HCl tablets.

Clonidine HCL Medication Information

Clonidine hydrochloride is a prescription drug approved to treat high blood pressure and severe cancer pain. This eMedTV resource offers more information on clonidine HCl, such as the medication?s basic dosing guidelines, important warnings, and more.

Clonidine Hydrochloride Information

Clonidine is licensed to treat high blood pressure and severe cancer pain. This eMedTV segment offers more information on clonidine hydrochloride, including the various forms and strengths available for this drug and important warnings and precautions.

Clonidine Medication

Clonidine is a prescription medicine approved to treat high blood pressure and severe cancer pain. This eMedTV page offers general dosing guidelines for the medication and explains how clonidine works to lower blood pressure and relieve pain.

Clonidine Oral

There are several different forms of clonidine (oral tablets, skin patches, and an epidural). This eMedTV resource explains what these various clonidine products are used for and describes how the medication works for these different conditions.

Clonidine Overdose

An overdose with clonidine may cause decreased reflexes, shallow breathing, or irritability. This article on the eMedTV site provides a list of other overdose effects and describes the various steps a doctor may take to treat the overdose.

Clonidine Patch

The clonidine patch is often prescribed for the treatment of high blood pressure. This page from the eMedTV library describes this particular clonidine product in more detail and includes instructions on how and when to use the skin patch.

Clonidine Sexual Side Effects

A number of sexual side effects have been reported with clonidine. As this article from the eMedTV archives explains, sexual side effects of this drug may include decreased sexual activity, erectile dysfunction, and decreased sex drive.

Clonidine Side Effects

Common side effects of clonidine may include dry mouth, drowsiness, and weakness. This eMedTV page lists some of the side effects that have been reported with different clonidine products and explains which problems may require medical attention.

Clonidine Tablets

Available in a skin patch, epidural, or tablet, clonidine treats high blood pressure and other conditions. This eMedTV article offers information on what clonidine is used for, lists the strengths available for this drug, and explains how it works.

Clonodine

Clonidine is a medicine that can be prescribed to treat high blood pressure and severe cancer pain. This eMedTV resource discusses clonidine uses in more detail and explains how the drug works. Clonodine is a common misspelling of clonidine.

Demadex

Demadex is a prescription drug that is approved to control high blood pressure and treat fluid retention. This eMedTV article explains how Demadex works and outlines detailed information on its uses, possible side effects, and tips on taking the drug.

Demadex Alternatives

If Demadex is causing bothersome side effects or is not treating your condition, there are alternatives. This eMedTV page explains Demadex alternatives for treating high blood pressure or water retention, such as other medicines or lifestyle changes.

Demadex and Breastfeeding

It is not known if Demadex is passed through breast milk. This portion of the eMedTV archives explains that no research has been conducted on Demadex and breastfeeding, and also summarizes what you should discuss with your healthcare provider.

Demadex and Pregnancy

This eMedTV page explains that during animal studies of Demadex and pregnancy, the drug did not appear to harm the fetus. However, healthcare providers do not generally recommend using the medication to treat high blood pressure during pregnancy.

Demadex Dosage

The recommended starting Demadex dosage for treating high blood pressure is 5 mg once daily. This page on the eMedTV Web site also contains Demadex dosing suggestions for the treatment of water retention and offers tips on taking the medication.

Demadex Drug Information

Demadex Drug Interactions

This eMedTV resource examines some of the drug interactions with Demadex and other medications, such as certain antibiotics, lithium, or other blood pressure medicines. This page also explains how these interactions can potentially lead to problems.

Demadex Overdose

It is possible to take too much Demadex. This eMedTV segment outlines some of the possible symptoms of a Demadex overdose, such as weakness, nausea, or vomiting. This page also highlights some of the treatment options that are available.

Demadex Side Effects

Common Demadex side effects include a runny nose, weakness, and diarrhea. This section of the eMedTV library also lists side effects that should be reported to a doctor immediately, including yellowing of the skin, vomiting, and fainting spells.

Demadex Uses

Demadex uses include the treatment of high blood pressure and water retention. This portion of the eMedTV archives describes these uses in more detail and explains how Demadex works to decrease blood volume by removing water and salt from the blood.

Demadex Warnings and Precautions

This section of the eMedTV site offers several Demadex warnings and precautions, such as possible side effects to look out for (including extremely low blood pressure and ringing in the ears). This page also describes who should not take the drug.

Demedex

A healthcare provider may prescribe Demadex to control high blood pressure or treat fluid retention. This eMedTV resource explores some potential side effects of Demadex and also offers dosing information. Demedex is a common misspelling of Demadex.

Demidex

Demadex is a prescription drug that is used to treat high blood pressure and fluid retention. This eMedTV page explains how Demadex works and covers some of the factors that will determine your dosage. Demidex is a common misspelling of Demadex.