Clonidine (epidural)
Indication
- Not recommended for obstetrical, post-partum or peri-operative pain management as the risk of hemodynamic instability (e.g., hypotension, bradycardia) may be unacceptable in this population.
- Dilution: The 500 mcg/mL strength product should be diluted prior to use
- In a rare obstetrical, post-partum or perioperative patient, potential benefits may outweigh possible risks.
Monitoring data
- In a rare obstetrical, post-partum or perioperative patient, potential benefits may outweigh possible risks.
- Appropriate dilution of 500 mcg/mL product with 0.9% sodium chloride to final concentrations of 100 mcg/mL
Package inserts
Additional information
Updated: January 2018