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Atomoxetine or Strattera Medication Information (dosing, side effects, patient counseling)

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Atomoxetine is also known by the brand name: Strattera.

Atomoxetine comes in 10, 18, 25, 40, 60, 80 and 100 mg tablets.
Atomoxetine is used to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) by taking a tablet orally. Initially, a dose of 40 mg/day is recommended for the first 3 days. The dose can then be increased to 80 mg/day. Do not take more than 100 mg/day. Take atomoxetine with or without food as a single daily dose in the morning or as two evenly divided doses in morning and late afternoon.
Some common side effects of atomoxetine are headache, insomnia, drowsiness, dry mouth, nausea, decreased appetite, abdominal pain, vomiting, and erectile dysfunction.
Some less common side effects are increased blood pressure, palpitations, flushing, increased heart rate, fatigue, dizziness, depression, disturbed sleep, jitteriness, anxiety, agitation, skin rash, weight loss, anorexia, and muscle spasms.
Do not take atomoxetine if:
• You are taking a MAO inhibitor
• You have narrow angle glaucoma
• You have a current or past history of pheochromocytoma
• You have severe cardiac or vascular disorders
While taking atomoxetine, it is important to remember to tell your doctor or pharmacist if you experience any of the following:
• Signs of depression
• Signs of liver problems (dark urine, fatigue, lack of appetite, nausea, abdominal pain, and vomiting)
• Signs of an allergic reaction (wheezing, chest tightness, fever, itching, bad cough, blue skin color, etc.)
• If you start taking any new medications, vitamins or supplements
• Your condition does not improve or you develop new or worsening symptoms

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