Drug Details
Therapeutic Class:
Central alpha 2A adrenergic receptor agonists
Forms:
Extended release tablets
Administration:
By mouth
Therapeutic Uses:
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
Controlled Status:
Not a controlled substance
Guanfacine ER (Intuniv) Drug Class
Guanfacine ER (gwan-fah-seen) is a central alpha 2A adrenergic receptor agonist.
Guanfacine ER (Intuniv) Age Range
Guanfacine ER is approved for use in children and adolescents between the ages of 6 and 17 years. This medication has not been studied for safety and efficacy in children younger than 6 years of age. It is sometimes used off-label for the treatment of ADHD in adults.
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