Clonidine lowers blood pressure by decreasing the levels of certain chemicals in your blood. Clonidine may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide. You may need a lower dose or special monitoring during treatment with clonidine if you have any of the conditions listed above. This means that it is not known whether clonidine will harm an unborn baby. Do not take this medication without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant.
Clonidine passes into breast milk.
It is not known whether clonidine will harm a nursing infant. Do not take clonidine without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby. If you are over 60 years of age, you may be more likely to experience side effects from clonidine therapy. You may require a lower dose. Take clonidine exactly as directed by your doctor.