Strattera Atomoxetine

Strattera (atomoxetine) affects chemicals in the brain and nerves that contribute to hyperactivity and impulse control.

Strattera is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

Strattera may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

You should not use Strattera if you have narrow-angle glaucoma, heart disease, high blood pressure, or a history of pheochromocytoma (tumor of the adrenal gland).

Do not use Strattera if you have used an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days. A dangerous drug interaction could occur. MAO inhibitors include isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, tranylcypromine, and others. You may have suicidal thoughts or aggressive and hostile behaviors while taking Strattera. Your doctor will need to check your progress at regular visits while you are using this medicine. Your family or other caregivers should also be alert to changes in your mood or symptoms.