Atomoxetine Stada
Atomoxetine Stada helps manage ADHD symptoms like inattention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity by increasing a natural substance called noradrenaline in the brain.
Form
kapseli, kova
Strength
80 mg
Active Ingredient
Atomoxetine hydrochloride
Manufacturer
STADA Arzneimittel AG
How to Use
Dosage
Your doctor will determine your dose, often starting at 40 mg daily for adults for at least 7 days, then typically increasing to 80-100 mg daily. For children, the dose is based on body weight.
Method
Take the capsules whole by mouth with water, with or without food, once or twice a day (morning and late afternoon/early evening) at the same time each day. Do not open the capsules.
Important
The maximum daily dose is 100 mg.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Headache, stomach ache, feeling sick or vomiting.
- •Drowsiness, fatigue, or sleep problems (difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking up too early).
- •Reduced appetite or weight loss.
- •Increased blood pressure or fast heart rate.
- •Mood swings, irritability, anxiety, depression, or feeling sad.
- •Dry mouth, dizziness, constipation, rash, itching, or increased sweating.
RARE
- •Severe allergic reaction (swelling of face or throat, difficulty breathing, hives).
- •Signs of liver damage, such as dark urine, yellowing of skin or eyes, pain in the upper right abdomen, unexplained nausea, fatigue, and itching.
- •Thoughts of self-harm, aggression, psychosis (hearing or seeing things that are not real).
- •Seizures or uncontrollable body twitching or sounds (tics).
- •Poor circulation in fingers and toes (Raynaud's phenomenon), making them numb and white.
- •Prolonged and painful erection, or involuntary teeth grinding (bruxism).
Important Warnings
- Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to atomoxetine or have used certain antidepressants (MAO inhibitors) in the last two weeks, as this can cause serious side effects.
- Talk to your doctor if you have heart problems, high or low blood pressure, glaucoma, severe blood vessel problems in your brain, or a tumor on your adrenal gland.
- Tell your doctor if you have had thoughts of self-harm, aggression, mood changes, psychosis (like hearing or seeing things that aren't real), or seizures.
- Do not open the capsules, as the contents can irritate the eyes. If any content gets into your eyes, rinse immediately with water and contact a doctor.