Atomoxetine
Information about Atomoxetine
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, Increased blood pressure
Available Medicine for Atomoxetine
Expert advice for Atomoxetine
- Consult your doctor if you have any of the following medical conditions: heart problems, liver problems, stroke, psychotic problems (hallucinations, mania [unusual behavior due to feeling elated or over-excited], agitation), aggressive feelings, unfriendly or angry feelings, fits, mood swings, suicidal thoughts, experience repeated twitching of body parts.
- Tell your doctor if you are or planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
- Seek medical advice if you have dark urine, yellow skin or yellow eyes, stomach pain and soreness on right side below the ribs, unexplained nausea, tiredness, itching, feeling of coming down with flu.
- Do not operate or drive machinery as atomoxetine can make you tired, sleepy or dizzy.
Frequently asked questions for Atomoxetine
Atomoxetine
Q. Is Atomoxetine a controlled drug?
Atomoxetine is not a controlled drug
Q. Is Atomoxetine an antidepressant?
Atomoxetine is sometimes used to treat depression however it is not an approved antidepressant
Q. Why does Atomoxetine lack abuse potential?
Atomoxetine has very less affinity to dopamine, GABAA, and opioid µ receptor therefore lacks abuse potential