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Generic: atomoxetine View All Brands Strattera A CNS stimulant - It is used to treat attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, also known as ADHD				To get info about second drug, type a name above.
What if I miss a dose? If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses. What may interact with this medicine? Do not take this medicine with any of the following medications: medicines called MAO Inhibitors like Nardil, Parnate, Marplan, Eldepryl methylphenidate or dexmethylphenidate reboxetine This medicine may also interact with the following medications: amphetamines atropine breathing treatments, like albuterol, formoterol or salmeterol certain heart medicines, like amiodarone or quinidine ephedra, Ma huang or ephedrine medicines for depression, anxiety or other mood problems medicines for weight loss medicines that increase blood pressure like ephedrine This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non- prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine. What should I watch for while using this medicine? It may take a week or more for this medicine to take effect. This is why it is very important to continue taking the medicine and not miss any doses. If you have been taking this medicine regularly for some time, do not suddenly stop taking it. Ask your doctor or health care professional for advice. Rarely, this medicine may increase thoughts of suicide or suicide attempts in children and teenagers. Call your child's health care professional right away if your child or teenager has new or increased thoughts of suicide or has changes in mood or behavior like becoming irritable or anxious. Regularly monitor your child for these behavioral changes. You may get drowsy or dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs mental alertness until you know how this medicine affects you. Do not stand or sit up quickly, especially if you are an older patient. This reduces the risk of dizzy or fainting spells. Alcohol can make you more drowsy and dizzy. Avoid alcoholic drinks. Do not treat yourself for coughs, colds or allergies without asking your doctor or health care professional for advice. Some ingredients can increase possible side effects. Your mouth may get dry. Chewing sugarless gum or sucking hard candy, and drinking plenty of water will help.
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