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Guanfacine

Medical Definition:	A centrally acting antihypertensive agent. The drug lowers both systolic and diastolic blood pressure by activating the central nervous system alpha-2 adrenoreceptors, which results in reduced sympathetic outflow leading to reduced vascular tone. Its adverse reactions include dry mouth, sedation, and constipation.
Also Called:	BS-100-141,Estulic,Guanfacine Hydrochloride,Lon798,Tenex
CAS Type 1 Name:	CAS Number:	29110-47-2
Previously Indexed:	Adrenergic alpha Agonists (1969-1990),Antihypertensive Agents (1966-1990),Guanidines (1966-1990),Phenylacetates (1966-1990)

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