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Hey i have adhd and they gave me something called atomoxetine. what does this do?
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May be helpful: Atomoxetine is an antidepressant with properties that may help people with adhd when traditional medications such as Adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) and ritalin/concerta are either not effective or cause side effects. It does have properties of improving focus and attention as well as relieving anxiety. It a second tier medication after Adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) and ritalin/concerta have been tried.
Answered 6/24/2014
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Atomoxetine: Strattera (atomoxetine) is a selective norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor. It has less abuse potential than stimulants, it covers symptoms for 24 hours, but it takes a week or so to start showing effects.
Answered 7/7/2013
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My 7 year old son has ADHD and has been on strattera (atomoxetine) for 2 years now. Recently he has started head butting wall. Is this part of his adhd?
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1st time on adderall. Hasn't worked for 2 weeks even @ 20mg in am. Strattera (atomoxetine) always worked. I'm very hyper w rapid highs n lows. Mean ADHD n bipol?
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