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ADHD Medications · Non-Stimulants

Clonidine & Guanfacine

Brand: Catapres (clonidine IR), Kapvay (clonidine ER), Tenex (guanfacine IR), Intuniv (guanfacine ER)

Central alpha-2 adrenergic agonists

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core (1)trap (2)dosing (1)population (1)monitoring (1)

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1.What is the mechanism of alpha-2 agonists in ADHD?
2.A child on clonidine runs out of medication for 3 days. What is the risk?
3.What is the dose range for guanfacine ER (Intuniv) in ADHD?
4.Which comorbidities make alpha-2 agonists especially useful in ADHD?
5.A patient on clonidine + a beta-blocker needs to stop both. What is the correct order?
6.What vital signs must you track on alpha-2 agonists?

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