Is Guanfacine Hydrochloride Tablet, Extended Release in shortage?
Guanfacine Hydrochloride Tablet, Extended Release is listed by FDA as being discontinued by at least one maker (updated Nov 13, 2025).
Every listed package
FDA tracks shortages per package. What each maker reports, most recently updated first:
- Guanfacine Hydrochloride, Tablet, Extended Release, 1 mg (NDC 0228-2850-11)
A business decision was made to discontinue manufacture of the drug.
Maker contact: 800-545-8800
- Guanfacine Hydrochloride, Tablet, Extended Release, 2 mg (NDC 0228-2851-11)
A business decision was made to discontinue manufacture of the drug.
Maker contact: 800-545-8800
- Guanfacine Hydrochloride, Tablet, Extended Release, 3 mg (NDC 0228-2853-11)
A business decision was made to discontinue manufacture of the drug.
Maker contact: 800-545-8800
- Guanfacine Hydrochloride, Tablet, Extended Release, 4 mg (NDC 0228-2855-11)
A business decision was made to discontinue manufacture of the drug.
Maker contact: 800-545-8800
FDA recalls of Guanfacine Hydrochloride
Recalls can cause or worsen a shortage. These FDA drug recalls share an active ingredient with Guanfacine Hydrochloride Tablet, Extended Release:
Guanfacine Hydrochloride Tablet, Extended Release shortage questions
Is Guanfacine Hydrochloride Tablet, Extended Release in shortage?
Guanfacine Hydrochloride Tablet, Extended Release is listed by FDA as being discontinued by at least one maker (updated Nov 13, 2025).
What should I do if I can’t get Guanfacine Hydrochloride Tablet, Extended Release?
Don’t stop or ration it on your own. Ask your pharmacist whether another strength, package size or maker is in stock, and ask your prescriber about an alternative if none is.
Source: FDA Drug Shortages Database via openFDA. FDA notes that openFDA data is unvalidated and should not be used to make decisions about medical care; ask your pharmacist or prescriber before changing any medication. FDA Drug Shortages Database.