Tizanidine/Clonidine; Guanadrel; Guanethidine Interactions
This information is generalized and not intended as specific medical advice. Consult your healthcare professional before taking or discontinuing any drug or commencing any course of treatment.
Medical warning:
Moderate. These medicines may cause some risk when taken together. Contact your healthcare professional (e.g. doctor or pharmacist) for more information.
How the interaction occurs:
Both of your medicines can lower your blood pressure.
What might happen:
You may be at an increased risk of severe low blood pressure and drowsiness.
What you should do about this interaction:
Let your healthcare professional (e.g. doctor or pharmacist) know right away that you are using these medicines together. To reduce the risk of dizziness and lightheadedness, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position. Let your doctor know if you have any fainting or dizziness episodes. Your doctor may want to change the dose of your tizanidine. Use caution when performing tasks that require alertness.Your healthcare professionals may already be aware of this interaction and may be monitoring you for it. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with them first.
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