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[|Human|] I have high blood pressure : norm 155/96, . I ve been taking metoprolol and like it except for weight gain and high anxiety. Now, recently tried to to have a stress test , during which my hbp was 170/120, so I could not get it done. They switched me to Lisinopril which is not good for me, headaches and bitchness. I was wondering if Clonidine may be an option to help with HPB and high anxiety???
[|AI|]  Hello, Yes, Clonidine will certainly bring your BP down but we usually don't prefer it as a first line Chat Doctor.  Before, going to Clonidine, we usually give Tab Cilnidipine (10 mg) once a day and may be increased to 20 mg which is calcium channel blockers. Also, we have other options like Tab Chlorthalidone 12.5 or 25 mg depending upon the BP. So you get these prescribed first and then move to Clonidine.  Hope this helps you and get back if you have any doubts.  Regards