title: Clonidine overdose in children.
abstract: Three cases of clonidine overdosage are described. The clinical features were typical of those described in the literature. Though all three patients were severely poisoned, treatment was supportive except for intravenous atropine. Other more aggressive treatment regimen are discussed but it is emphasized that these are rarely, if ever, required.
mesh_terms: D002675:Child, Preschool; D003000:Clonidine / Q000506:poisoning*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male
chemical_list: D003000:Clonidine