Proper Use

Drug information provided by: Merative, Micromedex®

Take this medicine only as directed by your doctor. Do not take more of it, do not take it more often, and do not take it for a longer time than your doctor ordered.

This medicine should come with a patient information leaflet and patient instructions. Read and follow these instructions carefully. Ask your doctor if you have any questions.

You may take this medicine with or without food.

Use only the brand of this medicine that your doctor prescribed. Different brands may not work the same way. If you are taking other brands of this medicine, your doctor may tell you to stop using other clonidine products. Do not switch between other clonidine products unless your doctor tells you to.

To use the oral liquid:

  • Wash your hands before and after using this medicine.
  • Place the bottle on a flat surface. Remove the cap by pressing and turning it counterclockwise.
  • Hold the bottle firmly and insert the ridged end of the bottle adapter into the neck of the bottle. Push the bottle adapter all the way down with your thumb until the top of the adapter is aligned and flat with the top of the bottle. Do not remove the bottle adapter once inserted. Put the cap back on and close it by turning the cap clockwise.
  • Gently shake the bottle with a smooth up and down motion for at least 10 seconds before you take each dose. Place the bottle upright on the table or counter and open the cap again.
  • Check the oral dosing syringe to find the correct dose in milliliters (mL) that has been prescribed. Insert the tip of the syringe through the bottle adapter. Push the plunger all the way down.
  • Hold the syringe in place and turn the bottle upside down. Pull the plunger down until you reached the prescribed dose. Push and pull the plunger a few times to make sure that there are no air bubbles. Tap the barrel of the syringe to get rid of any air bubbles.
  • Turn the bottle over and place it upright on a table or counter. Remove the syringe from the bottle adapter. Check that the correct dose was pulled up into the oral syringe.
  • Make sure your child is in a seated position. Tilt the head slightly upwards. Place the syringe into the mouth and point it toward the cheek. Have your child close his or her mouth tightly around the syringe and slowly push the plunger all the way down.
  • After all the medicine has been given, remove the oral syringe from the mouth. Clean the syringe after each use with tap water.

Dosing

The dose of this medicine will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label. The following information includes only the average doses of this medicine. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.

The amount of medicine that you take depends on the strength of the medicine. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine.

  • For oral dosage form (extended-release suspension):
    • For attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD):
      • Adults and children 6 years of age and older—At first, 0.1 milligrams (mg) once a day at bedtime. Your doctor may adjust your dose as needed.
      • Children younger than 6 years of age—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.

Missed Dose

If you miss a dose of this medicine, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.

Do not take more of this medicine in a 24 hour period than your doctor prescribed for your daily dose.

Storage

Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep from freezing.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.

Ask your healthcare professional how you should dispose of any medicine you do not use.

Throw away any unused oral liquid 60 days after opening.

Portions of this document last updated: Aug. 01, 2024

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