GUANADREL (Oral) (Tablet)
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GUANADREL (Oral) (Tablet) Drug and Prescription Information
GUANADREL (Oral) (Tablet)
GUANADREL (Oral) (Tablet) Medication Classification
GUANADREL (By mouth)
GUANADREL (Oral) (Tablet) Brandname
GUANADREL (Oral) (Tablet) is used for the Treatment
Guanadrel (GWAHN-a-drel) Treats high blood pressure.
When To Not Use GUANADREL (Oral) (Tablet)
You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to guanadrel. This drug should not be used with some heart problems or pheochromocytoma (a tumor that produces adrenalin) - check with your doctor.
How Should You Use GUANADREL (Oral) (Tablet)
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- Take this medicine exactly as your doctor ordered. Even if you feel fine your blood pressure can still be high. If a dose is missed:
- Take the missed dose as soon as you remember.
- Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next regular dose.
- You should not use two doses at the same time.
Proper GUANADREL (Oral) (Tablet) Storage
Store GUANADREL (Oral) (Tablet) at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture unless otherwise stated by manufacturer's instructions or labelling. Keep GUANADREL (Oral) (Tablet) and all medications out of the reach of children.
What To Avoid While Using GUANADREL (Oral) (Tablet)
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
- Make sure your doctor knows if you are taking Temaril®, Navane®, Taractan®, Loxitane® or antidepressants such as Elavil®, Tofranil®, or Sinequan®.
- Make sure your doctor knows if you have taken an MAO inhibitor such as Nardil®, Parnate®, or Marplan® within the past 1 to 2 weeks.
- Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine.
GUANADREL (Oral) (Tablet) Warnings
- Check with your doctor before taking guanadrel if you have asthma, heart failure or other heart disease, diarrhea, stomach ulcers, or stroke.
- Talk with your doctor before taking this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Tell your doctor or dentist that you are taking guanadrel before having any kind of surgery.
- Guanadrel can make some people dizzy or drowsy, be careful if you drive a car or operate machinery.
- To avoid dizziness while taking this medicine, stand up slowly from a sitting or lying position.
- Dizziness, lightheadedness, or faintness may occur more often in the morning and can be made worse by hot weather, fever, exercise, drinking alcohol, or standing for a long time.
GUANADREL (Oral) (Tablet) Side Effects
Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
- Fever or severe diarrhea
- Blurred vision
- Fainting or severe dizziness
- Shortness of breath
- Chest pain
- Skin rash, severe itching or hives If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
- Dizziness, weakness, tiredness, or drowsiness
- Diarrhea or constipation
- Stomach pain, gas, or nausea
- Headache
- Trouble sleeping
- Loss of desire for sex
