Review the side-effects of Guanfacine 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.
Most Common - Dry mouth, sedation, weakness, dizziness, constipation and impotence.
Heart - Slow heart rate, palpitations and substernal pain.
Gastrointestinal - Abdominal pain, diarrhea, indigestion, difficulty in swallowing and nausea.
Central Nervous System - Memory loss, confusion, depression, sleeplessness and decreased sexual drive.
ENT - Runny nose, taste perversion and ringing in the ear.
Eye - Eye inflammation and visual disturbances.
Musculoskeletal - Leg cramps.
Respiratory - Difficulty in breathing.
Skin - Skin inflammation, itching, bruising and increased sweating.
Genitourinary - Testicular disorder and urinary incontinence.
Miscellaneous - Uneasiness and tingling.
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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.
Most Common - Dry mouth, sedation, weakness, dizziness, constipation and impotence.
Heart - Slow heart rate, palpitations and substernal pain.
Gastrointestinal - Abdominal pain, diarrhea, indigestion, difficulty in swallowing and nausea.
Central Nervous System - Memory loss, confusion, depression, sleeplessness and decreased sexual drive.
ENT - Runny nose, taste perversion and ringing in the ear.
Eye - Eye inflammation and visual disturbances.
Musculoskeletal - Leg cramps.
Respiratory - Difficulty in breathing.
Skin - Skin inflammation, itching, bruising and increased sweating.
Genitourinary - Testicular disorder and urinary incontinence.
Miscellaneous - Uneasiness and tingling.
Other Precautions :
Avoid excess dosage.Drug Name : Guanfacine
Guanfacine(Intuniv) generic is an alpha agonist, prescribed for high blood pressure. This medication relaxes blood vessels thereby lowering blood pressure.Brand Names or Trade Names of Guanfacine
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