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A member asked:

In past, been on strattera (atomoxetine) n buproprionxl for adhd n mild depression. now, hyper excessive talker with lack of focus. for these symptoms, a cns only?

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Dr. Linda Callaghan answered

Specializes in Addiction Medicine

Back to psychiatrist: It sounds like you still have symptoms of ADHD or you may have a co-morbid Bipolar Disorder. At any rate,please go back to your doctor to report these symptoms and get re-evaluated or change your medications.

Dr Passer agreed

Answered 6/13/2014

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