What is Guanfacine?
CATEGORY: Prescription Drugs
TYPES:Generic: GuanfacineBrand:
Guanfacine is used for the management of hypertension (high blood pressure). It may also be used for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), tic disorder, and aggression.
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How do members experience Guanfacine?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder | 47 | 21 | |
| Post-traumatic stress disorder | 13 | 7 | |
| Elevated blood pressure | 11 | 2 | |
| Generalized anxiety disorder | 6 | 3 | |
| Tourette syndrome | 4 | 2 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Dry mouth | 4 | |
| Dizziness with hypotension upon standing | 2 | |
| Lightheadedness | 2 | |
| Low blood pressure | 2 | |
| Weight gain | 2 | |
| Aggressive behavior | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 6 | |
| Moderate | 12 | |
| Mild | 6 | |
| None | 15 |
Member evaluations
Ptsddestroy
evaluated on Mar 29, 2015
- Perceived effectiveness for post-traumatic stress disorder: Slight
- Side effects: Mild
EmersonAilidh
evaluated on Aug 01, 2007
- Perceived effectiveness for Tourette syndrome: None
- Side effects: None
RobynHoney33
evaluated on Oct 31, 2009
- Perceived effectiveness for attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder: Major
- Side effects: None
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