Atomoxetine

Written By Dr. Swati Mishra

Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma

Last updated 25 Nov 2025 | 09:34 AM (UTC)

Atomoxetine Uses

Atomoxetine is used in the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

How Atomoxetine works

Atomoxetine modulates the activity of certain chemical messengers in the brain, which increases attention and decreases restlessness. It is a non-stimulant medicine.

Common side effects of Atomoxetine

Headache, Nausea, Vomiting, Sleepiness, Decreased appetite, Abdominal pain, Increased heart rate, High blood pressure

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Medicine brands for Atomoxetine

Axepta

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹133 to ₹517

5 variant(s)

Attentrol

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

Aspen Pharmaceuticals

Gentech Healthcare Pvt Ltd

₹51 to ₹98

3 variant(s)

Atomoxet

Healing Pharma India Pvt Ltd

₹70 to ₹162

2 variant(s)

Attentin

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

₹135 to ₹210

3 variant(s)

Hypercon

Consern Pharma Limited

₹75 to ₹159

3 variant(s)

Starkid

Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹6 to ₹17

4 variant(s)

Expert advice for Atomoxetine

Take Atomoxetine at the same time every day to help you remember to take it.
Your doctor will monitor your heart rate and blood pressure regularly while taking the medicine.
It may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires concentration until you know how it affects you.
Inform your doctor if you experience unusual changes in mood or behavior or suicidal thoughts.
Do not stop taking medicine without talking to your doctor first.