Other names for guanfacine?

What other names does guanfacine go by?

Guanfacine is sold under several brand names and may appear in listings by generic-label wording. Common “other names” you may see include:

- Tenex (immediate-release guanfacine) [1]
- Intuniv (extended-release guanfacine) [2]

Immediate-release vs extended-release: does the name change?

Yes. The two main formulations are typically associated with different brand names:
- Immediate-release guanfacine: usually labeled as Tenex [1]
- Extended-release guanfacine: usually labeled as Intuniv [2]

What if you’re searching by spelling or format on prescriptions?

You may see guanfacine written as:
- guanFACINE (all lowercase or different capitalization)
- guanfacine hydrochloride (same active ingredient, salt form)

Sources

1. https://www.drugs.com/tenex.html
   
2. https://www.drugs.com/intuniv.html