Guanfacine Hydrochloride
A hydrochloride salt form of guanfacine, an alpha-2 agonist used in the treatment of ADHD and also studied for its cognitive-enhancing and antihypertensive properties. The extended-release hydrochloride formulation allows once-daily dosing for ADHD management. It is a non-stimulant option suitable for patients who cannot tolerate or respond inadequately to stimulant medications.
Molekularmasse
282,5000 g/mol
TPSA
81,50 Ų
Therapeutische Bereiche
Pharmacokinetics (PK)
Pharmacodynamics (PD)
2D-Struktur
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SMILES
Cl.N=C(N)NC(=O)Cc1c(Cl)cccc1Cl
InChI
InChI=1S/C9H9Cl2N3O.ClH/c10-6-2-1-3-7(11)5(6)4-8(15)14-9(12)13;/h1-3H,4H2,(H4,12,13,14,15);1H
Molecular Formula
C9H10Cl3N3O
HBD / HBA
3 / 1
Rotierbare Bindungen
2
Schwere Atome
16
No targets recorded
Target interaction data is not yet available for this drug.
No interactions recorded
Drug interaction data is not yet available for this compound.
No side effects recorded
Side effect data is not yet available for this drug.
Häufig gestellte Fragen
A hydrochloride salt form of guanfacine, an alpha-2 agonist used in the treatment of ADHD and also studied for its cognitive-enhancing and antihypertensive properties. The extended-release hydrochloride formulation allows once-daily dosing for ADHD management. It is a non-stimulant option suitable for patients who cannot tolerate or respond inadequately to stimulant medications.
Yes, Guanfacine Hydrochloride is an approved drug. It has reached clinical phase 4. It is classified as a Small molecule.
References & Data Sources
- ChEMBL — European Bioinformatics Institute (EBI). CHEMBL1200494. Open-access bioactivity database.
- PubChem — National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI). CID 71401. Chemical information database.
Data aggregated from publicly available pharmacological databases. Last updated 2026-03-04.
Medizinischer Haftungsausschluss
This content is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before making medication decisions.
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