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Generic: guanfacine View All Brands Intuniv, Guanfacine Hydrochloride, Tenex It is used to treat attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)				To get info about second drug, type a name above.
What may interact with this medicine? barbiturate medicines for insomnia or treating seizures ketoconazole medicines for blood pressure phenytoin prescription pain medicines valproic acid This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non- prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine. What should I watch for while using this medicine? Visit your doctor or health care professional for regular checks on your progress. Check your heart rate and blood pressure regularly while you are taking this medicine. Ask your doctor or health care professional what your heart rate should be and when you should contact him or her. You may get drowsy or dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs mental alertness until you know how this medicine affects you. To avoid dizzy or fainting spells, do not stand or sit up quickly, especially if you are an older person. Alcohol can make you more drowsy and dizzy. Avoid alcoholic drinks. Your mouth may get dry. Chewing sugarless gum or sucking hard candy, and drinking plenty of water may help. Contact your doctor if the problem does not go away or is severe. Avoid becoming dehydrated or overheated while taking this medicine. What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine? Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible: allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue breathing problems changes in emotions or moods confusion fast or slow, irregular heartbeat feeling faint or lightheaded, falls increased sweating increased urine passed muscle weakness or pain nausea, vomiting palpitations or chest pain stomach pain unusually weak or tired Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (Report these to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome.): constipation loss of appetite skin rash, itching weakness This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1- 800- FDA- 1088.
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