Paediatric indications (any)

Brand : Catapres

Rationale 1,2,7

Clonidine Tablets - Hypertension

Used in the management of hypertension and hypertensive crisis

For cost-effective prescribing it is recommended that patients use clonidine 25mcg tablets where clinically appropriate in Primary Care.

The prophylactic management of migraine or recurrent vascular headache.
The management of vasomotor conditions commonly associated with the menopause and characterised by flushing.

For cost-effective prescribing it is recommended that patients use clonidine 25mcg tablets where clinically appropriate in Primary Care

Rationale 4