Atensin has clonidine in its composition, which is a medicine indicated for the treatment of high blood pressure, which can be used alone or in combination with other medications.
This medicine is available in doses of 0.15 mg and 0.10 mg, and can be purchased in pharmacies, for a price of about 7 to 9 reais, upon presentation of a prescription.
What is it for
Clonidine is indicated for the treatment of hypertension, alone or in combination with other medications.
How it works
Clonidine acts by stimulating certain brain receptors, called alpha-2 adrenergics, leading to the relaxation and vasodilation of blood vessels in other parts of the body, thus providing a decrease in blood pressure.
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How to use
Atensin treatment should be started with lower doses, which should then be increased by the doctor as needed.
Generally, in mild to moderate hypertension, the recommended daily dose is 0.075 mg to 0.2 mg, which should be adjusted according to the individual response of each person. In severe hypertension, it may be necessary to increase the daily dose to 0.3 mg, up to 3 times a day.
Who should not use
This medication should not be used by people who are hypersensitive to the components of the formula, people who have a slower than normal heart rate, or who are intolerant to galactose.
In addition, it should also not be used in pregnant or lactating women, without medical advice.
Possible side effects
Some of the most common side effects that may occur during treatment with clonidine are dizziness, drowsiness, drop in blood pressure when standing up, dizziness, dry mouth, depression, sleep disturbance, headache, constipation, nausea, pain in the glands salivary, vomiting, difficulties to get erection and tiredness.
In addition, although it is more rare, illusions, hallucinations, nightmares, feelings of cold, heat and tingling, slow heartbeat, pain and purple color in the fingers, itching, redness, peeling and hives on the skin and malaise may still occur..
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