Guanfacine is an antihypertensive drug, commonly used in cases of high blood pressure, which can also be used to treat symptoms of hyperactivity and attention deficit in children between 6 and 17 years of age, as it regulates norepinephrine levels, controlling the impulses.
Guanfacine can be purchased from conventional pharmacies under the trade name Tenex or Intuniv, with a prescription and in the form of tablets.
Indications of Guanfacine
Guanfacine is indicated for the treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder as a single treatment or in combination with other medicines.
How to use Guanfacine
The mode of use of Guanfacine should be guided by the psychiatrist or pediatrician, as the dosages vary according to the age and symptoms presented by the child.
Side effects of Guanfacine
The major side effects of Guanfacine include decreased blood pressure, drowsiness, excessive tiredness, nausea, abdominal pain, insomnia, dizziness and dry mouth.
Contraindications of Guanfacine
Guanfacine is contraindicated for patients with hypersensitivity to Guanfacine or any of the other ingredients of the formulation.
