Finally, it should be noted that Clonidine is NOT the same medicine as Klonopin (Clonazepam). While the names sound very similar, Klonopin is actually an anti-seizure medicine more closely related to Valium than to Clonidine, and it has no role in ADD treatment.
http://www.chmed.com/behavioral-care/child-development/add-adhd/medications/clonidine-tenex/
The two main side effects of these medicines are, not surprisingly, excessive tiredness or sleeping and dizziness from low blood pressure. Tenex has less sedative effect than Clonidine, so is less likely to cause tiredness, but is also less useful as a sleep aid.
http://www.chmed.com/behavioral-care/child-development/add-adhd/medications/clonidine-tenex/
Where they find their role is alongside another drug, used to enhance the effect or modify the side effects of the primary medication. The reason for this is that while they do help certain children with ADD, they do so in a less comprehensive way than most other ADD drugs do.
http://www.chmed.com/behavioral-care/child-development/add-adhd/medications/clonidine-tenex/
The Catapres 0.1 mg tablet also contains FD&C Blue No.1 and FD&C Red No.3. Clonidine hydrochloride is an imidazoline derivative and exists as a mesomeric compound. The chemical name is 2-(2,6-dichlorophenylamino)-2-imidazoline hydrochloride.
http://www.rxlist.com/catapres-drug.htm
Descriptions. Clonidine and chlorthalidone combinations are used in the treatment of high blood pressure (hypertension). High blood pressure adds to the work load of the heart and arteries. If it continues for a long time, the heart and arteries may not function properly.
http://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements/clonidine-and-chlorthalidone-oral-route/description/DRG-20063048
Call your doctor at once if you have: 1  fast or pounding heartbeats, tremors; 2  a very slow heart rate (fewer than 60 beats per minute); 3  feeling short of breath, even with mild exertion; 4  swelling, rapid weight gain; 5  confusion, hallucinations; 6  flu symptoms; 7  urination problems; or. 8  feeling like you might pass out.
http://www.rxlist.com/catapres-drug.htm
In childhood, however, they have been shown to also help Sleep Disorders, Tic Disorders (including Tourette’s Syndrome), and ADD. Clonidine is actually used more frequently in children as sleep medicine than it is for ADD. It has strong sedative properties and is non-addictive.
http://www.chmed.com/behavioral-care/child-development/add-adhd/medications/clonidine-tenex/
Before taking clonidine, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it (including having a rash while using clonidine patches); or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.
http://www.rxlist.com/catapres-drug.htm
Catapres® (clonidine hydrochloride, USP) is a centrally acting alpha-agonist hypotensive agent available as tablets for oral administration in three dosage strengths: 0.1 mg, 0.2 mg and 0.3 mg. The 0.1 mg tablet is equivalent to 0.087 mg of the free base.
http://www.rxlist.com/catapres-drug.htm
Clonidine and Tenex are frequently effective in reducing violent/aggressive behaviors. However, these are NOT typical characteristics of ADD. When a child has such behaviors in addition to ADD, they often don’t respond to “routine” ADD medications, indeed stimulants in particular often make them worse.
http://www.chmed.com/behavioral-care/child-development/add-adhd/medications/clonidine-tenex/
is catapres the same as clonidine
No, catapres is not the same as clonidine. No, catapres are not same as clonidine.