Clonidine HCL Tablets may be prescribed to treat diarrhea of inflammatory bowel disease and help manage behavioral issues in pets, such as aggression, separation anxiety, and phobias, supporting their overall well-being.How it Works

Clonidine is an alpha adrenergic type medication that works by stimulating certain receptors in the brain.

Special Precautions

Keep away from children and animals. Clonidine should not be used in animals with known hypersensitivity or allergy to the drug. Extreme caution must be used if clonidine is given to animals with heart disease, low blood pressure, shock, breathing problems, severe liver or kidney disease, a known seizure disorder, or if the animal is severely debilitated. Clonidine is not recommended in animals receiving epinephrine or those with heart arrhythmias. Clonidine is not recommended for use in breeding, nursing or pregnant pets. Clonidine may interact with other medications. Consult with your veterinarian to determine if other drugs your pet is receiving could interact with clonidine. Such drugs include epinephrine, certain narcotics, barbiturates, prazosin, prochlorperazine, acepromazine, drugs to treat blood pressure, heart medications including propranolol, digoxin, amitriptyline, and clomipramine.

Overdose Information

Contact your nearest emergency animal hospital.

Side Effects

Adverse effects of Clonidine may include vomiting, constipation, sedation, collapse, low blood pressure, aggressive behavior and slow heart rates. There can also be a temporary high blood sugar (hyperglycemia).

Storage

Store at room temperature. Keep away from light.