Guanfacine ER

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Harshi Dhingra, M.D.

Last Reviewed: Mar 11, 2024

Pros & Cons


Guanfacine ER (Intuniv) Pros and Cons

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  • Guanfacine ER is a non-stimulant ADHD medication and it does not carry a risk of dependence, unlike stimulant medications.
  • You only need to take it once a day.
  • It can be prescribed alone or with other ADHD medications.
  • There is a lower-cost generic available.

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  • It can take 2 weeks or longer to get the full benefits of guanfacine ER.
  • Guanfacine ER is a non-stimulant medication for ADHD and may not work as well as stimulants in controlling symptoms.
  • It is only available in tablet form, which may be difficult for children to swallow.
  • Adverse effects of long-term guanfacine ER use have not been studied.