Atomoxetine Stada
Atomoxetine Stada helps manage ADHD symptoms by increasing a natural brain chemical called noradrenaline, which improves attention and reduces impulsivity.
Form
kapseli, kova
Strength
10 mg
Active Ingredient
Atomoxetine hydrochloride
Manufacturer
STADA Arzneimittel AG
How to Use
Dosage
Adults usually start with 40 mg daily for 7 days, then increase to 80-100 mg daily. For children, the doctor will calculate the dose based on weight.
Method
Swallow capsules whole, with or without food, once or twice a day (morning and late afternoon/early evening). Do not open the capsules. Children should not take this medicine without adult help.
Important
The maximum daily dose for adults and children over 70 kg is 100 mg. For children up to 70 kg, the maximum dose is about 1.2 mg per kg.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Headache
- •Stomach pain
- •Reduced appetite
- •Nausea or vomiting
- •Sleepiness or tiredness
- •Increased blood pressure
- •Increased heart rate
- •Irritability or agitation
- •Sleep problems (e.g., waking early)
- •Depression or sadness
- •Anxiety
- •Dizziness
- •Constipation
- •Dry mouth (adults)
- •Weight loss
- •Increased sweating (adults)
- •Problems with urination (adults)
RARE
- •Fainting
- •Migraine
- •Blurred vision
- •Shortness of breath
- •Suicidal thoughts
- •Severe allergic reaction (swelling of face or throat, trouble breathing, skin rash like hives)
- •Seizures
- •Seeing or hearing things that are not real, or having strong untrue beliefs (psychotic symptoms)
- •Liver damage
- •Poor circulation causing numbness and paleness in fingers or toes (Raynaud's phenomenon)
- •Muscle cramps (adults)
- •Difficulty emptying your bladder (adults)
- •Sexual problems (e.g., difficulty reaching orgasm, problems with ejaculation, abnormal periods) (adults)
Important Warnings
- Do not take if you are allergic to atomoxetine or any other ingredient in this medicine.
- Do not take if you have used certain antidepressants called MAO inhibitors in the last two weeks, as this can cause serious side effects.
- Tell your doctor if you have severe heart problems, high blood pressure, or a history of stroke.
- Tell your doctor if you have liver problems, epilepsy, or a tumor on your adrenal gland.
- Contact your doctor right away if you have suicidal thoughts, feel aggressive, or notice new mood changes.
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- Do not open the capsules, as the powder inside can irritate your eyes. If it gets in your eyes, rinse them well and see a doctor.
- Be careful driving or using machines if this medicine makes you feel tired, sleepy, or dizzy.
- Talk to your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.