Generic Name - Clonidine-chlorthalidone
Category - Antihypertensive
Indications
High blood pressure
Generic Clorpres is indicated for the treatment high blood pressure. Hypertension is a common disorder in which the blood pressure remains abnormally high. Clorpres works by controlling nerve impulses along certain nerve pathways. This relaxes the blood vessels so that blood passes through them more easily thus lowering blood pressure.
Generic for Clorpres Contraindications and Drug Interactions
Generic Clorpres is contraindicated in patients, who are hypersensitive to this drug, medications that belong to this class of drugs or had an allergic reaction to it in the past. Generic Clorpres is contraindicated during the acute recovery period after a myocardial infarction.
There are a number of medication that interact with Generic Captopril. It is important to take the doctor's counsel if you are taking any of the following
Beta-blockers
Levodopa
Prazosin
Verapamil
Trycyclic antidepressant
Generic for Clorpres Dosage
The following information just highlights the general average dosage of GenericClorpres
The usual recommended dosage of Generic Clorpres for hypertension is usually initiated at a dose of 25 mg once daily and may be increased to 50 mg if the response is insufficient after a suitable trial.
Generic for Clorpres Adverse Effects
Some of the most serious Generic Clorpres side Effects include anxiety, nervousness,
dizziness or fainting spells, increased sweating, irregular heartbeat or palpitations, chest pain, pain or difficulty passing urine, stomach pain, swelling of feet or legs, trembling, shakiness and unusual tiredness or weakness.
This is not a complete list of all Side effects. Do concur with your doctor and follow his directions completely when you are taking Generic Clorpres.
Generic for Clorpres and Pregnancy
Although Generic Clorpres passes into breast milk, it has not been reported to cause problems in nursing babies. Consult your doctor before taking this medication, if you are pregnant
Generic for Clorpres and Breastfeeding
Generic Clorpres is excreted in human milk and should not be taken by nursing mothers. Breastfeeding mothers should consult the doctor before taking this medication.
Generic for Clorpres and Pediatric
The safety and effectiveness of Generic Clorpres in pediatric patients have not been established.
Generic for Clorpres and Geriatric
Older patients are found to be very sensitive to the effects of Generic Clorpres . Dizziness or faintness may be more likely to occur in the elderly patients.
Note
The above information about Generic Clorpres serves as an information resource only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis and treatment. Always seek the counsel of your doctor, physician or pharmacist before starting any new treatment or making changes to existing therapy.
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