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Alpha-2 Agonists

Like nortriptyline, clonidine, although shown to be effective at increasing the success rate of smoking cessation, it is not currently FDA approved for this purpose. In addition, clonidine is not used very often due to significant side effects of decreased blood pressure while standing, dry mouth, and sedation.

Drugs in the class

Clonidine Patch ( Catapres-TTS )

Clonidine Tablets ( Catapres )


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