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i have a 9 year old daughter she take tenex1mg she has autism how doe it work with her ; what do i ask the doctor fro to help her control her temper;;the doctor put her on trodrone and clonidine ## How did it work out for her? My daughter is also Autistic, recently placed on Intuniv (Tenex) 1mg. ## Guanfacine is known to be cognitive enhancing, so it can help people think clearer and process information easier. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, chest pain, diarrhea, and headache. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Is a round white pill with G4 on one side and M on the other guanfacine? ## What is around white pill with a M on one side and G4 on the other side. ## This is distributed by Mylan Pharmaceuticals, they list it as being a 1mg Guanfacine tablet. NDC code: 0378-1160 It can be used to treat conditions such as ADHD, high blood pressure and Tourette's Syndrome. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, hypotension, increased urination, and insomnia. Inactive ingredients may include: lactose anhydrous silicon dioxide magnesium stearate microcrystalline cellulose sodium lauryl sulfate Is there anything else I can help with?

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I would like to know the name of this pill? Found loose in a med cabinet, no others & no bottle. Imprint is gh1 and M on the other side. It's white. Thank you. ## Mylan Pharmaceuticals lists this tablet as containing 1mg of Guanfacine, it is most commonly used to help lower high blood pressure. NDC code: 00378-1061 The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, increased urination, and headache. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Why would my son have a round yellow pill with 853 and a half moon on it? What would it do to him? I need to know the effects of it. ## Actavis Pharma lists this tablet as containing 3mgs of Guanfacine, which is high blood pressure, certain cardiac conditions, and ADHD. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, nervousness, and insomnia. You can find more information by clicking this NDC code: 00228-2853 Is there anything else I can help with?

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Small pink round pill with Watson 444 on it? no brake lines and words on one side??? ## Watson 444 is 1 mg Guanfacine ## Troy is correct. Guanfacine is used to treat various conditions, such as high blood pressure, and other cardiac issues. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination, sedation, and hypotension. Are there any questions I can help with?

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I'm having surgery and need to know if any of my meds are blood thinners: Guanfacine, Isosorbide Mononitrate ER, Metoprolol, Metformin, Losartan/HCTZ, L-Thyroxine, Atorvastatin Calcium, Meloxicam. ## No, but many surgeons will tell you not to take the Meloxicam, before surgery, since it can cause an increased risk of bleeding as a side effect, according to FDA reports. Thus, in most cases you have to stop taking it several days before surgery. It is best to make sure they know everything you are taking, including the dosages, so they can advise you on what you should, or shouldn't take. Is there anything else I can help with?

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small white round pill, M on one side, G4 on other side ## i am just trying to find out what thjis pill is? ## want to know what the pill is ## What kinda pill is a small white round one that has G4 on one side and M on the other side ## This tablet is manufactured by Mylan Pharmaceuticals and they list it as containing 1mg of Guanfacine, which is commonly used to treat high blood pressure, and ADHD. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, and sedation. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I found a small white pill with the markings "£ 48" in my son's room. Can anyone identify? ## Hi bob, I located a round white pill marked with "E 48" to be identified as a 1mg Guanfacine HCL tablet. This medication is indicated for treating hypertension and ADHD. For verification, the manufacturer is Epic Pharma. Perhaps you could try contacting them directly for an image of the pill? I hope this helps!

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Is it adderall or something similar to it? It's a small peach maybe orange pill with a half moon on one side and 850 on the other. ## This tablet is manufactured by Actavis Pharma and they list it as containing 1mg of Guanfacine, in an extended release formulation. It is most commonly used to treat high blood pressure and ADHD. Its typical side effects may possibly include nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination, insomnia, and hair loss. Is there anything else I can help with?

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what is this pill? it is round, green, has 503 on one side and 3 mg on the other side. ## The round green pill in description is Guanfacine (3 mg). Guanfacine has the cardiovascular effect of lowering blood pressure and is commonly used in the treatment of ADHD. To view information about this drug, please click on the link below... Do you have any more questions or information to add? Please post back if you do. ## Thank you very much ## Found pill stating 503 and 3 mg light green and round ## What if someone that doesn't have adhd took it? What will it do? Will it hurt them?

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Please help me figure out what this is asap. Its yellow kinda oval.855 on one side and half moon like thing on the other side.please help me asap ## Hello, Msp! How are you? This tablet is manufactured by Actavis Pharma and they list it as containing 4mgs of Guanfacine in an extended release formulation. Guanfacine is approved by the FDA to treat ADHD and hypertension. Typical side effects are listed as possibly including nausea, dizziness, somnolence, headache, constipation and abdominal pain. Is there anything else I can help with? ## What is this pill used for and is it a narcotic

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The pill is orange and round and on one side it has a crescent or half moon the other side has the number 850 ## Hi Abe, Based on the description provided, I located your round orange pill to be a 1mg Guanfacine hydrochloride extended-release tablet, marketed as a treatment for high blood pressure and ADHD. For verification, this particular pill is manufactured by Actavis (who is also known for their half moon logo). According to nih.gov Guanfacine lowers blood pressure by decreasing your heart rate and relaxing blood vessels, allowing blood to travel more easily throughout the body. This medication also affects certain parts of the brain that relate to one's attention and impulse. This aspect is where it has gained light as a treatment for ADHD. I hope this helps! ## Hi Gabe! Do yo...

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Are guanfacine hcl and guanfacine the same? Do they react the same in the body? Do they last/work for the same amount of time? My son has been taking guanfacine HCl for over a year for his ADHD and anxiety. We visited new pharmacy and the pills look different and the label reads guanfacine. The pharmacist has no idea what guanfacine HCl is, and says the correct medication is guanfacine. ## Hello, LeanneD! How are you? Yes, they are the same. The Hydrochloride just designates the specific chemical salt that the medication is derived from, so they are all Guanfacine Hydrochloride, it's just not listed on this latest prescription. The FDA lists the typical side effects of this medication as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, constipation and abdominal pain. Is there anythi...

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I found a pill in my driveway and its a oval peach pill with 851 on one side and what kinda resembles a D on the other side can u tell me what it is please?? ## Hi Sam, Based on your description, this sounds a lot like an oval orange 2mg Guanfacine extended-release tablet, made by Actavis. Their logo is frequently referred to as a "half moon", but it also resembles the letter D - which is imprinted on one side of this pill, and has the number 851 on the other. Guanfacine is indicated for use in treating ADHD as well as hypertension. And as a means of verification, it carries a National Drug Code of 0228-2851. Hope this info helps!

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the symbol looks kinda like a backwards D but the curved lines do not touch the strait line. it's kinda peach color or yellowish tan has 850 on other side any ideas? can't find it any where on line please help ty. ## It sounds like you've found a tablet manufactured by Actavis, which they list as containing 1mg of Guanfacine in an extended release formulation. Its is commonly used to treat ADHD and high blood pressure. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, constipation and hypotension. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Guanfacine Hydrochloride, 2mg. How much does the total pill weigh? I'm trying to figure out precisely what percentage of it is guanfacine. ## @Ryan, It sounds to me like you may have to invest in a scale in order to best determine the weight. All of the drug monographs I've seen for this particular pill made by Actavis don't really go into much detail other than the size (8mm), shape (round), color (orange), and imprint (WATSON 453). However, if it's of any help, here is the list of inactive ingredients it contains outside of Guanfacine: Anhydrous lactose + D&C Yellow No. 10 + FD&C Red No. 40 + Povidone K29/32 + Stearic acid + Microcrystalline cellulose + Aluminium oxide Perhaps you could also try contacting Actavis directly for more specific details regarding th...

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small round pink/orange ## The pill in description is Guanfacine HCl (1 mg). To view information about this drug, please click on the link below... Do you have any more questions or information to add? Please post back if you do. ## Is the Watson 444 pink 1mg like a percocet

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My ins. Won't pay for my bp medicine anymore. I have been on Guanfacine for 15 years. My Dr. Changed me to Losartan Potassium 50 mg. is there a big difference in the medicine? My blood pressure remains at a normal reading.I am 76 years old.y ## Hello, Jerrie! How are you? If your blood pressure is remaining at a normal level, then it seems there most likely isn't anything to worry about. Most blood pressure medication changes can be done swiftly and easily, just going from one to the other. The Losartan may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache and stomach pain. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I have a white oval pill with AN on one side and 711 on the other. Can someone help me identify? ## Hello, Earl! How are you? This tablet is listed as containing 1mg of Guanfacine, which is used to treat high blood pressure and ADHD. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, hypotension and constipation. Is there anything else I can help with?

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this pill was dropped in the floor and we could not find it! It is 1mg and i think my daughter found it and before i could get it she had chewed it up and thought it was candy! she is 2yrs old and i have been giving her milk and watching her every move the only thing i see different is that she is a little more sweaty than usual i dont think she got all of the pill cause she was spitting pieces of it out what else should i do she is acting fine and it has been at least an hour or so will it hurt her do i need to take spacific precautions? or do i just go on and see how she does with it? ## i am taken this befor know that this is in 2013 and u post in 2008 and u many not read this but she well okay bro and if she takes it agin noning well happen bro

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