Clonidine is indicated in each of the following conditions except
Correct Answer: Cardiac arrhythmias
Description: Uses of Clonidine As an antihypeensive drug Treatment of neuropathic pain, opioid detoxification, sleep hyperhidrosis, and as a veterinary anesthetic drug. Used in the treatment of Tourette syndrome (specifically for tics) Use of clonidine either as an adjunct to traditional stimulant therapy or as a monotherapy in the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).Used to ease withdrawal symptoms associated with the long-term use of narcotics, alcohol, and nicotine (smoking). Allete opioid withdrawal symptoms by reducing the sympathetic nervous system response such as tachycardia and hypeensionUsed for migraine headaches and hot flashes associated with menopause.To treat psychiatric disorders including stress, sleep disorders, and hyperarousal caused by post-traumatic stress disorder, borderline personality disorder, and other anxiety disorders.(Refer: Rang and Dale's Clinical Pharmacology, 7th edition, pg no: 182, 597, 276- 277)
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