Results for tag: "Guanabenz"

Guanabenz is a centrally-acting antihypertensive drug used to treat high blood pressure. It is a member of the guanidine class of drugs, which act by blocking the action of the sympathetic nervous system. Guanabenz is typically used in combination with other drugs, such as diuretics, to reduce the risk of stroke, heart attack, and other cardiovascular diseases. Guanabenz is also used to treat certain types of arrhythmias, such as atrial fibrillation. The Guanabenz market is a highly competitive one, with a number of pharmaceutical companies offering their own versions of the drug. These companies include Pfizer, Merck, Novartis, and GlaxoSmithKline. Other companies, such as Teva Pharmaceuticals, also offer generic versions of the drug. The market is also served by a number of smaller companies, such as Mylan and Actavis. Show Less Read more