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Description

Clonidine HCl 0.1 mg tablets are oral antihypertensive agents used primarily for the management of high blood pressure. By lowering blood pressure, they help reduce the risk of strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. The medication is classified as a centrally acting alpha-2 adrenergic agonist, exerting its effect through stimulation of receptors in the brain that results in decreased sympathetic outflow from the central nervous system.

The pharmacological action of clonidine leads to reduced peripheral vascular resistance, heart rate, and blood pressure. It also exhibits efficacy in reducing withdrawal symptoms from opioids and certain other substances, and may be used as part of adjunctive therapy in various clinical conditions such as attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and menopausal flushing.

Each tablet contains 0.1 mg of clonidine hydrochloride and is typically administered orally in accordance with a physician’s prescribed dosage regimen. Onset of action is generally observed within 30 to 60 minutes after ingestion, with peak effects occurring within 2 to 4 hours.