Clonidine

Benefits:

Commonly used to treat:

• noise phobias (including thunderstorms and generalized noise responses)
• separation anxiety
• fear-based aggression with identifiable triggers. 

Possible Side Effects:

Side effects from clonidine can include dry mouth, ataxia, constipation, and sedation. Exercise caution when using clonidine in patients with existing cardiac disease. Starting at the lower end of the dose range and gradually tapering upward can help minimize the severity of side effects.

Cautions:

Keep out of reach of children and pets

Clonidine is metabolized by the liver and excreted by the kidneys, so exercise caution in patients with compromised hepatic or renal function. Also exercise caution when using clonidine in patients with preexisting heart disease as it decreases cardiac output.

It is important to follow your Veterinarian's prescription instructions for your pet.

Clonidine may be taken with or without food.

Do not crush, chew, or break an extended-release tablet.

Clonidine