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What are the chances of medications, like strattera, (atomoxetine) causing acquired long qt syndrome in a healthy person with no family history of heart problems?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Qt syndrome: Qt syndrome as a result of taking straterra is a very rare side effect

Answered 8/20/2013

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Prolonged QT: Strattera (atomoxetine) is an antidepressant which is used to treat adhd symptoms. As with other antidepressants that share the same mechanism of action, it can cause prolonged qt in an other wise healthy person.

Dr Pappas agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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A member asked:

What are the chances of medications, like strattera, (atomoxetine) causing acquired long qt syndrome in a healthy person with no family history of heart problems?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Oscar Novick answered

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Dr Pappas agreed

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