Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Catapres as follows:

Gastrointestinal side-effects                                                                                                            

1. Catapres use can result in common general constitutional symptoms such as, nausea and vomiting, especially when taken on empty stomach. Taking dose of Catapres with a glass of water, after having some food or a snack can help avoid having unpleasant gastrointestinal symptoms with the medication.
2. Catapres use can induce extreme dry mouth and constipation. Sucking on ice chip or a sugar free hard candy can help with symptomatic relief of dry mouth. Proper hydration measures and compliance with daily fluid intake recommendations can help with relief from constipation.