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Strattera (at-OH-mox-e-teen ) belongs to the group of medicines called selective norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor. It is used to treat children, adolescents, and adults with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Strattera increases attention and decreases restlessness in people who are overactive, cannot concentrate for very long or are easily distracted, and are emotionally unstable. Strattera is used as part of a total treatment program that also includes social, educational, and psychological treatment. Strattera is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the following dosage forms: Oral Capsules (U.S.)
Strattera is used to increase the ability to pay attention and decrease impulsiveness and hyperactivity in children and adults with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Strattera is in a class of medications called selective norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors. It works by increasing the levels of norepinephrine, a natural substance in the brain. Strattera comes as a capsule to take by mouth. It is usually taken with or without food either once a day in the morning, or twice a day in the morning and late afternoon or early evening. To help you remember to take Strattera, take it around the same time every day. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take Strattera exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor. Your doctor will probably start you on a low dose of Strattera and increase your dose after 3 days. Strattera controls ADHD but does not cure it. Do not stop taking Strattera without talking to your doctor. Before taking Strattera, ask your pharmacist or doctor for a copy of the manufacturer's information for the patient and read it carefully. Brand names: - Atomoxetine - Strattera |