Let's Talk About Intuniv AKA Guanfacine

1. Effectiveness: Intuniv has shown a significant improvement in ADHD symptoms, with response rates ranging from 70% to 80% (Source: Google). Initially used in the UK to treat children with ADHD in 2009, it has since become more popular in the US and is now being prescribed to adults as well.

2. Personal Rating: I would give Intuniv a five-star rating! It has been AMAZING for me, and I highly recommend it to others.

3. Mechanism: Intuniv acts as a vasodilator, opening blood vessels specifically in the pre-frontal cortex.

4. Dosage and Administration: To take Intuniv, it's recommended to take it before bed as it helps improve sleep quality. It can also lower blood pressure, so it is advised to start with 0.5 mg and gradually increase to 1 mg or possibly 2 mg, based on your body size. I weigh 150 pounds, and my usual dosage is 1 mg.

The response rate is approximately 70%-80% improvement in ADHD symptoms or difficulties. (Source: Google). Intuniv was first used in the UK to treat kids with ADHD in 2009. It has since been used more often in the US, and now it's being used by adults.

5. Improvements that I Noticed

• Being more articulate: My ability to express myself verbally has significantly improved.

• Vivid dreams: I experience vivid dreams that allow me to work through anxieties, which improves my daily life. I remember these dreams for quite some time.

• More energy throughout the day: I've noticed an increase in energy, especially near the end of the workday.

• Remembering long-ago memories: For example, I recalled the names of college classmates from 20 years ago.

• Flow in writing: Writing feels more effortless, and I can compose short stories again without constantly going back to fix errors.

• Less body aches and pains: This is especially noticeable if you're older.

• Waking up easily: I often wake up before my alarm, feeling decent and not dreading going to work as much.

6. Side Effects: The only side effect I've experienced is low blood pressure when someone vapes near me. This makes me feel light-headed, and I need to wait 20 minutes before driving or doing any physical activity. It's important to note that this won't happen to everyone—it's specific to me since my blood pressure is naturally low.

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC2526381/#:~:text=After%208%20weeks%20there%20was,change%20by%20the%20placebo%20group

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