Strattera

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Brand Name: Strattera

Generic Name: Atomoxetine

Primary Use: Attention-Deficit/Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD)

Dosage Forms:

• Oral capsules of 10mg, 18mg, 25mg, 40mg, 60mg, 80mg and 100mg

Common Side Effects:

• Nausea, vomiting
• Sleep disturbances
• Stomach upset
• Irritability
• Dry mouth
• Constipation
• Pain around the eyes and check bone
• Belching
• Menses irregularities
• decrease in libido and appetite
• chest tightness
• cough
• dizziness
• fever
• urinary changes
• headache

Serious side effects:

• Decreased weight
• Chills
• Body itching
• Skin rash
• Joint pain
• Abnormal dreams
• Earache
• Groin pain
• Hives
• Irregular heart beat
• Priapism

How long should it be taken?

As per doctor’s advice.

Effectiveness:

• Strattera significantly decreases the symptoms of ADHD in adults and children.
• It decreases inattentiveness and hyperactive-impulsive symptoms in children.
• Long term efficacy is seen up to 2 years.
• In adults, Strattera improves the overall functioning in social and work setting.