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How Does Strattera Work 

For treatment, Strattera for ADHD, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder may be prescribed alone or adjunct to psychological, social, and other treatments. It contains atomoxetine hcl, an antidepressant that belongs to the SNRI selective norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors; it blocks the cellular reuptake of norepinephrine throughout the brain to increase the active noradrenaline in the brain to make people with ADHD more alert and ready for action. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder that causes difficulty regulating its symptoms; Strattera works to increase the amount of norepinephrine in the brain to increase attention span and reduce impulsive behavior and hyperactivity.  

Strattera Dosage 

This ADHD drug is prescribed based on the patient’s medical condition, response to the treatment, and age; other medications may cause drug interaction that may affect how this medicine works; inform your doctor if you’re taking other medications. Strattera is available in strengths of 10mg, 18mg, 25mg, 40mg, 60mg, 80 mg, and 100mg capsules taken once-twice a day or as prescribed by a healthcare professional without regard to food. If you are prescribed to take it twice a day, one dose should be taken when you wake up in the morning, and the other one should be taken late in the afternoon or early evening, for taking it late in the evening may cause insomnia. The capsules should be swallowed whole, not cut, crushed, or chewed; if it is opened, and you get to touch the powder, rinse hands thoroughly with water; eye contact of the powder should be rinsed immediately, and contact your doctor for medical attention. The usual dose prescription is listed below; if prescribed differently from here, follow it. 

• Children and adults up to 70 kg are given 0.5mg/kg, increased after three days to a total dose of 1.2mg/kg once in the morning or equally divided dose twice a day. The dose of children and adolescents should not increase to 1.4mg/kg or 100mg, whichever is less. 
• Children and adults over 70 kg are given 40mg, increased after three days to a total daily dose of 80mg taken once in the morning or in equally dived doses twice a day. If an optimal response is not achieved after 2 to 4 weeks, the amount can be adjusted to a maximum of 1000mg. 

Dosing considerations for hepatic impairments and in patients known to be CYP2D6 Pm’s (poor metabolizers) will be given by a doctor. 

Using Strattera regularly at the same time of the day every day will help attain the most benefit: if a dose is missed, take it once remembered, but if it is almost the time for the following intake schedule, skip the missed dose for double dosing is discouraged. 

Strattera Side Effects 

Strattera weight loss is associated with common side effects such as nausea, vomiting, upset stomach, constipation, and decreased appetite. Other usual side effects are menstrual cramps, decreased sexual ability, troubled sleeping, drowsiness, dizziness, dry mouth, and tiredness; call your doctor if any of these persist or worsen to ask for medical advice. It should be noted that the side effects listed here are not exhaustive.    

Serious side effects may also occur; tell your doctor right away if any of the following listed below is experienced: 

• Difficulty in urinating 
• Irregular heartbeat 
• Fainting 
• Numbness 
• Severe allergic reactions 

Strattera may cause serious heart problems such as heart attack, stroke, and increased blood pressure.  

Strattera vs Adderall 

Both medications are used to improve ADHD symptoms but differ in many ways. Strattera has atomoxetine that belongs to the SNRI available in seven doses; the maximum therapeutic effect is reached within 4 to 8 weeks and wears off after 24 hours. It allows the availability of norepinephrine neurotransmitters in the brain for a longer time. It can also help anxiety and oppositional deficit behavior; however, in bipolar disorder, it can precipitate mania due to its antidepressant effect.  

In contrast, Adderall is a stimulant medicine; it is a brand name for combination drugs such as dextroamphetamine and amphetamine that works by blocking the reuptake of dopamine and norepinephrine to increase the number of neurotransmitters in spaces between cells to improve the ability to focus while decreasing the impulsive behavior and hyperactivity; It is also used to treat narcolepsy. It is available in immediate-release in two doses and extended-release in six doses, reaching the maximum effect within 30 minutes and wears off after 4 hours for immediate release and 12 hours for extended-release. Clinical trials show that Adderall is significantly effective than Strattera, but your doctor will know which of the two is the best for your condition. 

Frequently Asked Question: 

Is Strattera a controlled substance? 

Strattera is a non-stimulant drug and does not belong under the controlled substance act.