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Are There Any Side Effects In Taking The Drug Intuniv?
Would like to know if these are some side effects to taking the drug Intuniv? my son(16yr old) is currently on Intuniv in the morning . the past 3 mornings he has showed signs of disorientation, slurred speech, unable to focus, unable to speak clearly , seems very out of it ?? at first I thought he was on something , but negative results .. was wondering if these are side effects of the medication he is on ??
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Hello,
Intuniv (Guanfacine) can cause CNS side effects like:
Somnolence
Drowsiness
Dizziness
Headache
Sleep disturbances
Insomnia
Confusion
Depression
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Thank you.
Regards,
Dr. Tushar Kanti Biswas
Internal Medicine Specialist
Intuniv (Guanfacine) can cause CNS side effects like:
Somnolence
Drowsiness
Dizziness
Headache
Sleep disturbances
Insomnia
Confusion
Depression
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Thank you.
Regards,
Dr. Tushar Kanti Biswas
Internal Medicine Specialist
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