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General Information on Intuniv

Buy Intuniv for the treatment of symptoms of ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) in patients aged 6-17. Unlike other medicines that are used for treating ADHD, this drug is not a stimulant. This drug is widely accepted in the medical community as it can positively affect certain receptors in the brain. As a result, a patient experiences better working memory, improved attention and impulse control, and reduced distraction.

This drug is used as a part of the total treatment plan for ADHD. Other treatments that may be included in the total treatment plan are skill training, family counseling, and other therapies..

Side Effects for Intuniv

Common side effects of this medicine include: dizziness, stomach pain, sleepiness, trouble sleeping, nausea, tiredness, and low blood pressure. Remember to get in touch with your doctor if any of the following symptoms persists or worsens. As a parent, you need to understand that your child may not notice or tell you all the symptoms he/she is experiencing. This is why you need to ask your child regularly how he/she is feeling. This will allow you to determine if the aforementioned symptoms in your child are persisting or worsening.

In rare cases, this medicine may cause serious side effects such as low heart rate, low blood pressure, fainting, or serious dizziness. Contact your doctor immediately if your child shows any of these symptoms. This drug is not known to trigger a serious allergic reaction. However, you must contact your doctor if your child shows symptoms of a serious allergic reaction. Common symptoms of an allergic reaction include: skin rashes, itching/swelling, and trouble breathing.

Precautions

You should not use this drug if your child is allergic to guanfacine or any other ingredients used in this drug. As fainting is listed as one of the symptoms of this drug, your child should avoid getting dehydrated or overheated while on the medication. In case dizziness occurs, ask your child to sit or lie down immediately. You may ask your child to take ample fluids while he/she is taking this drug.

Intuniv Dosage

The dosage is Intuniv 1mg, 2mg, 3mg, and 4mg. Typically, doctors start with a dosage of 1mg until they find the dose that is right for the child. It is important that you don’t stop the medication all of a sudden without the approval of your doctor. Abruptly stopping the medicine may have an adverse effect. This is why it is essential that you follow your doctor’s instructions strictly.

Interactions

This medicine may react with certain other drugs. Some of the drugs with which this medicine may interact include drugs that affect liver enzymes that remove guanfacine from the human body (such as rifamycins and azole antifungals). Drugs that cause drowsiness, such as antihistamines, psychiatric medicines, muscle relaxants, and anti-seizure drugs may worsen the symptoms of this medication. Before you buy Intuniv, tell your doctor about all the medicines your child is taking, including all prescribed drugs, over-the-counter medicines, and herbal medicines.