Outer Banks SPCA strives to take care of animals and to be proactive and offer programs to prevent problems before they occur. For example, Dare Countyâs Spay/Neuter Assistance Program (POPCORN) helps reduce the unwanted pet population through the spaying and neutering of cats and dogs. Vision
Clonidine Patch - Clinical Pharmacology. Clonidine stimulates alpha-adrenoreceptors in the brain stem. This action results in reduced sympathetic outflow from the central nervous system and in decreases in peripheral resistance, renal vascular resistance, heart rate, and blood pressure.
What is clonidine? Clonidine lowers blood pressure by decreasing the levels of certain chemicals in your blood. This allows your blood vessels to relax and your heart to beat more slowly and easily. The Catapres brand of clonidine is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure).