Clonidine (Parenteral-Local)

Brand Names : Duraclon

Side Effects of This Medicine

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:

More common

Dizziness, light-headedness, or fainting; slow heartbeat

Less common

Chest pain; extremely shallow or slow breathing; fast heartbeat; fever; hallucinations (seeing, feeling, or hearing things that are not there); mental depression; sleepiness (excessive); vomiting

Other side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. However, check with your doctor if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome:

More common

Anxiety; confusion; dry mouth; nausea; sleepiness

Less common

Constipation; ringing, buzzing, or other unexplained noises in the ears; sweating, unusual; weakness

If clonidine use is suddenly stopped, check with your doctor immediately. If you notice any of the following symptoms, report them to your doctor:

Agitation; headache; nervousness; pounding heartbeat; shaking or trembling

Other side effects not listed above may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your doctor.