Atohype

by Medizan

Active ingredient: Atomoxetine

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About Atomoxetine

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Uses

Treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

How to take it

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder: Adults: >70 kg: Initial: 40 mg/day given every morning or evenly divided doses in morning & late afternoon/early evening Titrate: Increase after minimum of 3 day to target dose of about 80 mg/day. After 2-4 wk, may increase to max of 100 mg/day. Max: 100 mg/day. Children: Doses above 100 mg daily is not recommended for use. Total daily dose may be given either as a single dose in the morning or in 2 divided doses with last dose no later than early evening. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder: Over 6 yr (body-weight under 70 kg), initially 500 mcg/kg daily for 7 days, increased according to response; usual maintenance dose 1.2 mg/kg daily, but…

Side effects

Abdominal pain, decreased appetite, weight loss, anorexia, early waking, somnolence, dizziness, irritability, mood swings, mydriasis, GI upset, skin reactions, increased pulse and BP, palpitations, chest pain, somnolence, agitation, anxiety, sleep disorder, dry mouth, hyperhidrosis, fatigue, asthenia, dysgeusia, chills, paraesthesia, tremor, hot flushes, dysuria, urinary retention, increased thirst, sexual dysfunction, menstrual disturbances, prostatitis, male genital pain. Discontinue if signs of jaundice and liver injury.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Pregnancy: Risk cannot be ruled out. Lactation: Caution advised or effect undetermined. Contraindications: Use of MAOIs within 14 days. Narrow-angle glaucoma, active or history of phaeochromocytoma, severe cardiovascular or cerebrovascular disease. Precautions: Hepatic or renal insufficiency, hypertension, tachycardia, cardiovascular or cerebrovascular disease. History of seizures; discontinue if occur. Congenital, acquired or family history of QT prolongation. Monitor pulse and BP periodically. Monitor growth, development, cognition and sexual maturation during long term treatment. Monitor for suicidal ideation, hostility, aggressive behaviour, depression, anxiety and emotional lability.…

Advice

Take with or without meals. Take medication at same time daily. Do not open capsules, swallow whole. If capsule contents come in contact with your skin, immediately wash it. Contact prescriber if there is stomach upset, change in mood, anxiety, agitation, confusion, abnormal thoughts, yellowing of skin or eyes, depression, change in memory, chest pain, palpitations, fast heartbeat, prolonged or painful penile erection in male, muscle or skeletal pain or weakness, facial swelling, itching, rash, urinary retention, dark coloured urine. Avoid alcohol during therapy. Change position slowly from sitting or lying to standing. Check weight regularly during therapy.

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Interactions with Atomoxetine

MAOIs, fluoxetine, quinidine, terbinafine, other CYP2D6 inhibitors, salbutamol, other beta2-agonists, pressor agents, antidepressants, decongestants, drugs that prolong the QT interval, cause electrolyte imbalance or reduce seizure threshold, TCADS, SSRIs, antipsychotics, antihypertensives, venlafaxine, mirtazapine, pseudoephedrine, phenylephrine.

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