Common Questions about Clonidine (Catapres)

Is clonidine a sleeping pill?

Clonidine is not a sleeping pill and is not FDA approved to treat insomnia. However, sedation or drowsiness is one of the side effects of clonidine, so if you have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep, it may help your symptoms.

Is clonidine a beta blocker?

No, clonidine is not a beta blocker. It is a centrally acting alpha agonist.

How fast does clonidine lower BP?

Clonidine starts working within 30-60 minutes of taking a dose. However, it can take 2-3 days to get the full benefit of this medicine and see an improvement in your blood pressure readings.

What is the best time to take clonidine?

Clonidine immediate-release tablets are usually taken twice a day, morning and evening. If you are on a different dose in the morning and evening, take the larger dose in the evening to prevent drowsiness during the day.

Can I change from oral to transdermal clonidine?

Talk to your doctor if you want to change from oral clonidine tablets to the transdermal patch. You may need to take the oral medicine for the first few days (100% dose on day 1, 50% dose on day 2, and 25% dose on day 3) along with the patch to minimize transient adjustment effects.

What is the price of clonidine without insurance?

Without insurance, clonidine can be as high as $303.06, but with a free BuzzRx prescription discount coupon, you could pay as low as $44.69 for the most common version of this medication. Use the BuzzRx drug price look-up tool to find the lowest discounted price, and be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity for the most accurate pricing. While generics tend to have the best savings, you can also use your BuzzRx card and coupons to purchase brand-name versions. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescription drugs—whether you have insurance or not.

What is the price of clonidine with insurance?

Ask your pharmacist or insurance provider for your copay price on clonidine—Copay amounts vary depending on the type of insurance plan you have and if there is a deductible to reach before prescription drug coverage begins.

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