Atomoxetine (Oral Route)

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Atomoxetine (Oral Route)

Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

US Brand Names

  • Strattera

Description

Atomoxetine belongs to the group of medicines called selective norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRI). It is used to treat children, adolescents, and adults with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) .

Atomoxetine increases attention and decreases restlessness in people who are overactive, cannot concentrate for very long, or are easily distracted. This medicine is used as part of a treatment program that also includes social, educational, and psychologic treatment .

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription .

This product is available in the following dosage forms:

  • Capsule
Before Using
Source: 7E110DB7-45D2-4091-AF32FE446B73C650

DR601491

Portions of this document last updated:

June 1, 2009

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