Can I drink alcohol with Clonidine?

Yes, with care. Likely to make you feel sleepy and may make side effects worse. Keep to small amounts only.

Can I drink tea with Clonidine?

Yes, with care. Caffeine in tea can raise blood pressure. Cut down if you're taking clonidine for high blood pressure.

Can I drink coffee with Clonidine?

Yes, with care. Caffeine in coffee can raise blood pressure. Cut down if you're taking clonidine for high blood pressure.

Can I drink cola with Clonidine?

Yes, with care. Caffeine in cola can raise blood pressure. Cut down if you're taking clonidine for high blood pressure.

Can I drink energy drinks with Clonidine?

Yes, with care. Caffeine in energy drinks can raise blood pressure. Cut down if you're taking clonidine for high blood pressure.

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Can I eat this with Clonidine?

Alcohol can worsen sleepiness and dizziness from clonidine. A healthy diet helps with high blood pressure, migraines and menopause symptoms.

Also sold as Catapres PL Perlongets, Dixarit. Brand names from the NHS Dictionary of Medicines and Devices.

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Should I take Clonidine with food?: You can take clonidine with or without food.
Can I drink alcohol with Clonidine?: Yes, with care. Likely to make you feel sleepy and may make side effects worse. Keep to small amounts only.
Can I drink tea with Clonidine?: Yes, with care. Caffeine in tea can raise blood pressure. Cut down if you're taking clonidine for high blood pressure.
Can I drink coffee with Clonidine?: Yes, with care. Caffeine in coffee can raise blood pressure. Cut down if you're taking clonidine for high blood pressure.
Can I drink cola with Clonidine?: Yes, with care. Caffeine in cola can raise blood pressure. Cut down if you're taking clonidine for high blood pressure.
Can I drink energy drinks with Clonidine?: Yes, with care. Caffeine in energy drinks can raise blood pressure. Cut down if you're taking clonidine for high blood pressure.

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1 · What do you take?

Clonidinealso Catapres, Catapres PL Perlongets, Dixarit

Alcohol can worsen sleepiness and dizziness from clonidine. A healthy diet helps with high blood pressure, migraines and menopause symptoms.

Alcohol is likely to make you feel sleepy and may worsen clonidine's side effects. Avoid drinking over recommended limits if you're taking it for high blood pressure. There are no foods to avoid, but a healthy balanced diet can help. Avoid any foods that trigger migraines or hot flushes if you're taking clonidine for those conditions.

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2 · What do you want to eat or drink?

When to take it: You can take clonidine with or without food.

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