Description
Atomoxetine
pronounced as (at’ oh mox e teen)
Why is this medication prescribed?
Atomoxetine is used as part of a total treatment program to increase the
ability to pay attention and decrease impulsiveness and hyperactivity
in children and adults with ADHD. Atomoxetine 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 that is needed to control behavior.
How should this medicine be used?
Atomoxetine comes as a capsule to take by mouth. It is usually taken
either once a day in the morning, or twice a day in the morning and late
afternoon or early evening. Atomoxetine may be taken with or without
food. Take atomoxetine at around the same time(s) 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 atomoxetine
exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more
often than prescribed by your doctor.
Swallow atomoxetine capsules whole do not open, chew, or crush them. If a
capsule is accidentally broken or opened, wash away the loose powder
with water right away. Try not to touch the powder and be especially
careful not to get the powder in your eyes. If you do get powder in your
eyes, rinse them with water right away and call your doctor.
Your doctor will probably start you on a low dose of atomoxetine and
increase your dose after at least 3 days. Your doctor may increase your
dose again after 24 weeks. You may notice improvement in your symptoms
during the first week of your treatment, but it may take up to one month
for you to feel the full benefit of atomoxetine.
Atomoxetine may help to control the symptoms of ADHD but will not cure
the condition. Continue to take atomoxetine even if you feel well. Do
not stop taking atomoxetine without talking to your doctor.
Other uses for this medicine
This medication may be prescribed for other uses ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
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