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Racing heart rate

2017-12-06 21:13:24
My son is 16 years old and he has been diagnosed with ADHD he is currently on Guanfacine and Vyvanse. He had a an episode where he his heart rate rose and lightheadedness and his legs muscles were contracting. I put my hand on his chest and his heart was slamming against us his chest. I need to know if these two medications are doing this to my son?
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Answered2017-12-09 06:55:45

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