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What are the side effects for the medication of guanfacine?
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See below:: Usual: dizziness, drowsiness, headache, depression, constipation, gas pains, diarrhea, loss of appetite, fatigue, and nasal congestion may occur. Rare: chest pain, shortness of breath, skin rash, swelling of the hands or feet, blurred vision, yellowing of the eyes or skin. Cardiovascular side effects include orthostatic hypotension, dizziness, palpitations.
Answered 5/9/2013
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Guanfacine: According to Drugs.Com the most common side effects with long acting guanfacine are “dry mouth, somnolence, headache, fatigue, dizziness,abdominal pain, constipation, appetite decreased, & sedation.”
Answered 1/17/2021
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