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Generic Name: guanfacine (GWAHN fa seen)
Brand Name:Intuniv, Tenex
Medically reviewed by Holevn.org on Mar 5, 2020 – Written by Cerner Multum
The Tenex brand name has been discontinued in the U.S. If generic versions of this product have been approved by the FDA, there may be generic equivalents available.
What is Tenex?
Tenex reduces nerve impulses in your heart and blood vessels. This medicine works by relaxing blood vessels, which lowers blood pressure and improves blood flow.
The Tenex brand of guanfacine is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). It is sometimes given with other blood pressure medications.
The Intuniv brand of guanfacine is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
Tenex may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Important Information
Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Tenex if you are allergic to it.
Intuniv is not approved for use by anyone younger than 6 years old. Tenex is not approved for use by anyone younger than 12 years old.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
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heart problems, coronary artery disease (clogged arteries);
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a heart rhythm disorder;
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a heart attack or stroke;
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high or low blood pressure;
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liver disease; or
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kidney disease.
It is not known whether Tenex will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
It may not be safe to breast-feed a baby while you are using this medicine. Ask your doctor about any risks.
How should I take Tenex?
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Take Intuniv with a full glass of water, milk, or other liquid.
Take Tenex at bedtime to ease drowsiness.
Swallow the Intuniv tablet whole and do not crush, chew, or break it.
If a child is using this medicine, tell your doctor if the child has any changes in weight. Intuniv doses are based on weight in children, and any changes may affect your child’s dose.
You should not stop using Tenex suddenly. Stopping suddenly can raise your blood pressure and cause unpleasant symptoms.
Call your doctor if you are sick with vomiting and cannot take your medicine as usual.
Your dose needs may change if you switch to a different brand, strength, or form of this medicine. Avoid medication errors by using only the form and strength your doctor prescribes.
Your doctor will need to check your progress on a regular basis. Your blood pressure and heart rate may also need to be checked.
If you have high blood pressure, keep using Tenex even if you feel well. High blood pressure often has no symptoms. You may need to use blood pressure medicine for the rest of your life.
Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light.
What happens if I miss a dose?
Avoid taking Tenex with high-fat foods, or your body could absorb the medicine too quickly.
Take the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose. Do not take two doses at one time.
Call your doctor for instructions if you miss more than 2 doses in a row.
What happens if I overdose?
Seek emergency medical attention or call 115.
Overdose symptoms may include severe drowsiness, slow heart rate, and feeling like you might pass out.
What should I avoid while taking Tenex?
Avoid driving or hazardous activity until you know how Tenex will affect you. Your reactions could be impaired.
Drinking alcohol can increase certain side effects of guanfacine.
Tenex side effects
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Call your doctor at once if you have:
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anxiety, nervousness;
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hallucinations (especially in children);
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severe drowsiness;
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slow heartbeats; or
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a light-headed feeling, like you might pass out;
If you stop taking Tenex, tell your doctor if you have headaches, confusion, rapid heartbeats, tremors, increased blood pressure, or if you feel nervous or agitated. If left untreated, these symptoms could lead to very high blood pressure, vision problems, or seizures.
Common side effects may include:
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dizziness, drowsiness;
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low blood pressure, slow heartbeats;
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feeling tired or irritable;
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trouble sleeping;
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dry mouth; or
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stomach pain, nausea, constipation.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
What other drugs will affect Tenex?
Sometimes it is not safe to use certain medications at the same time. Some drugs can affect your blood levels of other drugs you take, which may increase side effects or make the medications less effective.
Using Tenex with other drugs that make you drowsy can worsen this effect. Ask your doctor before using opioid medication, a sleeping pill, a muscle relaxer, or medicine for anxiety, depression, or seizures.
Tell your doctor about all your other medicines. Some may affect Tenex, especially:
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ketoconazole;
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a barbiturate, such as phenobarbital;
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blood pressure medications;
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medicine to treat mental illness; or
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a sedative, such as Valium or Xanax.
This list is not complete. Other drugs may affect Tenex, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible drug interactions are listed here.
Further information
Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.
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