Strattera
Atomoxetine tablets for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. It is a non-stimulant option that raises norepinephrine levels in the brain.
- Category
- ADHD & Focus
- Active ingredient
- Atomoxetine
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 10mg · 18mg · 25mg · 40mg
Strattera is the reference name. You receive a generic with the same active ingredient and strength.
Supply requirements for Strattera depend on the medicine and destination. The fulfilment partner must confirm them before accepting an order.
Strattera details
- Alternative names
- atomoxetine
- Therapeutic class
- Selective Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitor (SNRI)
- Pharmacological class
- Non-Stimulant ADHD Agent
- Known off-label uses
- narcolepsy
- Contraindications
- narrow-angle glaucoma; pheochromocytoma; concurrent or recent MAO inhibitor use
- Minor side effects
- nausea; decreased appetite; somnolence
- Moderate side effects
- dry mouth; erectile dysfunction; insomnia
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Prescription-only medicine (POM)
- Originator
- Eli Lilly
- Onset Time
- 2–4 weeks
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- MAO Inhibitors; Fluoxetine; Paroxetine
- Age restrictions
- Approved for children over six years, adolescents, and adults.
Serious side effects
suicidal ideation, requires immediate medical attention; severe hepatotoxicity, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Atomoxetine tablets for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. It is a non-stimulant option that raises norepinephrine levels in the brain.
Mechanism of action
Selectively inhibits the presynaptic norepinephrine transporter, increasing extracellular transmitter levels in the prefrontal cortex.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Use if potential benefit exceeds risk. Breastfeeding: Consult a doctor.
What you will receive
Strattera names the medicine you are looking for. What ships is a generic version of it.
- A generic containing Atomoxetine at the strength you pick.
- Which generic brand and maker ships depends on stock and destination.
- Check the active ingredient, strength, form, pack, seal, batch and expiry when it arrives.