Review the side-effects of Lofexidine as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist. • Decreased heart rate
• Low blood pressure
• Dizziness or lightheadedness
• Drowsiness
• Weakness
• Abnormalities in heart rhythm
• Dryness of mucous membranes (mouth, throat, and nose)
• Scheduling counseling with a health counselor will help to overcome the craving of taking opioids after withdrawal of opioid therapy.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist. • Decreased heart rate
• Low blood pressure
• Dizziness or lightheadedness
• Drowsiness
• Weakness
• Abnormalities in heart rhythm
• Dryness of mucous membranes (mouth, throat, and nose)
Other Precautions :
• Patients taking lofexidine tablets should drink sufficient quantity of water to keep hydrated, so as to avoid dehydration or getting overheated, as it may result in a sudden drop in heart rate or in low blood pressure.• Scheduling counseling with a health counselor will help to overcome the craving of taking opioids after withdrawal of opioid therapy.
