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What is Guanabenz Acetate and why is it prescribed? Guanabenz Acetate is used in the treatment of high blood pressure. It is effective used alone or in combination with a thiazide type of diuretic. Guanabenz Acetate begins to lower blood pressure within 60 minutes after taking a single dose and may slow your pulse rate slightly. You must take Guanabenz Acetate regularly for it to be effective. Guanabenz Acetate does not cure high blood pressure but it keeps it under control. How should you take Guanabenz Acetate? Follow your doctors directions for taking Guanabenz Acetate. Guanabenz Acetate may be taken with or without food. If you miss a dose take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular schedule. Do not take two doses at the same time. If you forget the medication 2 or more times in a row, contact your doctor. Store Guanabenz Acetate at room temperature, in a tightly closed container, away from light. Are there any Guanabenz Acetate side effects? Guanabenz Acetate side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. More common Guanabenz Acetate side effects may include dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth, headache, and weakness. Less common Guanabenz Acetate side effects may include abdominal discomfort, aches in arms and legs, anxiety, blurred vision, breast development in males, changes in taste, chest pain, constipation, decreased sex drive, depression, diarrhea, fluid retention, frequent urination, impotence, irregular heartbeat, itching, lack of muscle coordination, muscle aches, nausea, pounding heartbeat, rash, shortness of breath, sleep disturbances, stomach pain, stuffy nose, and vomiting. Rare Guanabenz Acetate side effects may include heartbeat irregularities. What are the possible food and drug interactions when taking Guanabenz Acetate? If Guanabenz Acetate is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or altered. Be sure to inform your doctor of all the prescription and over the counter medications you are taking. Guanabenz Acetate may intensify the effects of alcohol. Use of alcohol should be avoided. It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining Guanabenz Acetate with Antihistamines (such as Benadryl, Chlor-Trimeton, and Tavist) and Drugs that depress the central nervous system (such as Halcion, Valium, and phenobarbital). Are there any special warnings about Guanabenz Acetate? Guanabenz Acetate can make you drowsy or less alert. If you have severe heart disease, stroke or related disorders, or severe liver or kidney failure, or if you have recently had a heart attack, Guanabenz Acetate should be used with caution. Your doctor will monitor your blood pressure if you have disorders of the kidney or liver. |
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