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Clonidine + Chlorthalidone

Written By Dr. Betina ChandoliaReviewed By Dr. Shilpa Garcha
Last updated 18 Feb 2020 | 11:53 AM (UTC)

Clonidine + Chlorthalidone Uses

Clonidine+Chlorthalidone is used in the treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure).

How Clonidine + Chlorthalidone works

Clonidine + Chlorthalidone is a combination of two medicines: Clonidine and chlorthalidone which lower blood pressure effectively. Clonidine is an alpha-2 agonist. It works by relaxing blood vessels which makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. Chlorthalidone is a diuretic which lowers blood pressure by removing extra water and certain electrolytes from the body. Over time it also relaxes blood vessels and improves blood flow.

Common side effects of Clonidine + Chlorthalidone

Dryness in mouth, Sedation, Decreased potassium level in blood, Increased uric acid level in blood, Increased blood lipid level, Glucose intolerance, Electrolyte imbalance, Slow heart rate, Sexual dysfunction
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