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Strattera to Treat ADHD and Similar Disorders

Strattera, also known as Atomoxetine, serves an effective medication possible to affect the brain chemicals and manage hyperactivity and impulse. Considering a potential impact of the drug on the brain chemicals and nerves, it is widely used to improve the symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in children and adults. Additionally, the drug may be used in other cases, not mentioned in the safety guide.

Before Taking the Drug: Safety Instructions, Contraindications and Precautions

Talk to your doctor primarily to the beginning of Strattera treatment course to warn possible side effects and devastating complications of the drug misuse. Never take the treatment if you have undergone MAO intake in the last two weeks. The combination of Strattera with MAO inhibitors may lead to rather dangerous side effects. Besides, do not administer the medicine in case you:

• Are allergic to the components of the drug or other similar treatments;
• Have uncontrolled blood pressure;
• Are diagnosed with any heart condition, including coronary artery disease;
• Suffer from pheochromocytom or narrow angle glaucoma, etc.

Besides, the medication can cause sudden death in definite people, so inform your doctor about the following conditions (if any):

• Congestive heart failure;
• Uncontrolled high blood pressure;
• Severe heart disorders;
• Family cases of sudden deaths or serious heart conditions.

Additionally, mention bipolar disorders, low blood pressure, mental disorders, psychosis, liver of kidney problems and other complications to ensure Strattera is completely safe with your health condition. Do not take the medication in case you are pregnant or breastfeeding, since the drug can affect severe birth defects and other complications in unborn and nursing children. Never give Strattera to patients under 6 years old.

Recommendations for Strattera Use

Follow the doctor’s recommendations for Strattera use if you wish to achieve a powerful effect and feel no complications. Administer the drug at the same time daily, preferable with a full glass of water. Do not change the medication dose, intake periodicity or the length of the treatment course without doctor’s permission. Frequent medical tests may be required to track the progress of the medication course.

Interactions

Provide your doctor with detailed information about other prescription and OTC drugs you are taking to make sure their combinations will not cause harmful side effects and dangerous reactions. Mention the following treatments:

• Antidepressants;
• Blood pressure drugs;
• Asthma medications;
• Allergy or cold pills with decongestant, etc.

Possible Side Effects

Call your doctor immediately if any of the severe symptoms occurred or common side effects started bothering you. Among the most serious side effects reported are:

• Allergic reactions;     
• Angina;         
• Problems breathing,
• Confusion, hallucinations, aggression, paranoia;
• Liver disorders;
• Priapism and others.