GUANFACINE and SOMNOLENCE

455 reports of this reaction

3.3% of all GUANFACINE reports

#3 most reported adverse reaction

Overview

SOMNOLENCE is the #3 most commonly reported adverse reaction for GUANFACINE, manufactured by Takeda Pharmaceuticals America, Inc.. There are 455 FDA adverse event reports linking GUANFACINE to SOMNOLENCE. This represents approximately 3.3% of all 13,968 adverse event reports for this drug.

Patients taking GUANFACINE who experience somnolence should discuss this symptom with their healthcare provider to determine whether it may be related to their medication and what alternatives may be available.

Reporting Frequency

SOMNOLENCE455 of 13,968 reports

SOMNOLENCE is moderately reported among GUANFACINE users, representing a notable but not dominant share of adverse events.

Other Side Effects of GUANFACINE

In addition to somnolence, the following adverse reactions have been reported for GUANFACINE:

Other Drugs Associated with SOMNOLENCE

The following drugs have also been linked to somnolence in FDA adverse event reports:

ACETAMINOPHEN AND IBUPROFENACETAMINOPHEN, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HBR, GUAIFENESIN, PHENYLEPHRINE HCLACETAMINOPHEN, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDEACETAMINOPHEN, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE, PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDEACETAZOLAMIDEALBENDAZOLEALLANTOINALUMINUM HYDROXIDEAMANTADINEAMISULPRIDEAMPHETAMINEAMPHETAMINE SULFATEANTACID TABLETSARGENTUM METALLICUMARIPIPRAZOLEARIPIPRAZOLE ORALARIPIPRAZOLE ORALLY DISINTEGRATINGASPIRIN, CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE, PHENYLEPHRINE BITARTRATEATOGEPANTATOMOXETINE HYDROCHLORIDE

Frequently Asked Questions

Does GUANFACINE cause SOMNOLENCE?

SOMNOLENCE has been reported as an adverse event in 455 FDA reports for GUANFACINE. This does not prove causation, but indicates an association observed in post-market surveillance data.

How common is SOMNOLENCE with GUANFACINE?

SOMNOLENCE accounts for approximately 3.3% of all adverse event reports for GUANFACINE, making it one of the most commonly reported side effect.

What should I do if I experience SOMNOLENCE while taking GUANFACINE?

If you experience somnolence while taking GUANFACINE, contact your healthcare provider. They can evaluate whether the symptom is related to your medication and discuss potential adjustments to your treatment plan. Do not stop taking prescribed medication without consulting your doctor.

Related Pages

GUANFACINE Full ProfileAll Drugs Causing SOMNOLENCETakeda Pharmaceuticals America, Inc. Drugs
Disclaimer: This analysis is based on FDA adverse event reports and is for informational purposes only. Reports do not prove causation. Always consult your healthcare provider.