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Clonidine (Apo) TM
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Active ingredients: clonidine
Pack: Clonidine (Apo) 100 microgram tablet, 100, bottle
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APO-CLONIDINE clonidine hydrochloride 100 micrograms tablet bottleDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Oral: All grades of essential hypertension. Renal hypertension.,The prophylactic management of migraine or recurrent vascular headaches which occur in adult patients with a frequency of more than once a month and are not adequately relieved by appropriate therapy for the acute attack. Alleviation of symptoms due to localised vasodilatation in menopausal flushing.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet
- Oral
- scored, pink, compressed tablets, impressed with the symbol YS 01 on one side and the score line on the reverse side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 100 pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on September, 1 2024. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Over 65 ?
(AHT)
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient clonidine
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
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