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guanabenz acetate

Guanabenz Acetate is a medication used to treat Hypertension.

Generic · by Chartwell Rx

Generic of Wytensin

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Key facts

Active ingredient
Guanabenz Acetate
Form
Tablet
Strength
Guanabenz Acetate EQ 4MG Base · Guanabenz Acetate EQ 8MG Base
Type
Prescription (Rx)
Brand or generic
Generic
May treat
hypertension
Manufacturer
Chartwell Rx
FDA application
ANDA074517
Availability
Discontinued (per FDA)

May treat (source: NIH RxClass)

Dosage forms

Tablet

The forms currently marketed in the U.S., per the FDA National Drug Code Directory.

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Frequently asked questions

What does Guanabenz Acetate treat?
Guanabenz Acetate (Guanabenz Acetate) may be used to treat hypertension, based on NIH RxClass drug-classification data (conditions a drug may treat — not a verbatim copy of the FDA-approved label). This is general reference, not medical advice.
Is there a coupon or discount for Guanabenz Acetate?
pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Guanabenz Acetate. To pay less, Guanabenz Acetate is already a generic — usually the lowest-cost version — so the main levers are comparing cash prices between pharmacies and using a pharmacy discount-card service. Prices vary by pharmacy, insurance, and location, so always confirm at the counter. This is general reference, not medical or financial advice.
Who makes Guanabenz Acetate?
Guanabenz Acetate is marketed by Chartwell Rx. You can see Chartwell Rx's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.
Is Guanabenz Acetate a brand-name or generic drug?
Guanabenz Acetate is a generic medication; its active ingredient is Guanabenz Acetate. Generics contain the same active ingredient as the brand-name original and are usually lower cost.
Is Guanabenz Acetate available over the counter?
No. Guanabenz Acetate is a prescription (Rx) medication in the US — you need a prescription from a licensed clinician (in person or via telehealth); it isn't sold over the counter. For some conditions there are OTC alternatives — ask your pharmacist.
What forms does Guanabenz Acetate come in?
Guanabenz Acetate is currently marketed as tablet, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.
Is Guanabenz Acetate FDA-registered?
Guanabenz Acetate is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number ANDA074517. You can verify this on its official FDA label.

Information is sourced from public FDA regulatory data. Provided for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional and the current prescribing information.

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