About Clonidine (Catapres)
Clonidine (Catapres) is an alpha-adrenergic agonist. It has been considered to be of benefit in the treatment of Tourette's Syndrome although the response rate is lower than that of either Haloperidol or Pimozide. Its use is sometimes advantageous due to the low incidence of side effects.
Clonidine lowers blood pressure by decreasing the levels of certain chemicals in your blood. This allows your blood vessels (veins and arteries) to relax (widen) and your heart to beat more slowly and easily.
Clonidine was synthesized in 1960s and was initially tested as a nasal decongestan ...