Atomoxetine
The function of Atomoxetine is different from other ADHD drugs. It’s a selective noradrenaline reuptake inhibitor (SNRI), which means it boosts the amount of a chemical in the brain called noradrenaline. This chemical sends messages between brain cells, and increasing it can aid concentration and help control impulses.
Atomoxetine may be given to adults, teenagers, and children over the age of 5 if it’s not suitable to take methylphenidate or lisdexamfetamine. It can also be used in adults if symptoms of ADHD are confirmed. Atomoxetine comes in capsule form, usually taken once or twice a day.
Popular side effects of atomoxetine are:
- a small increase in blood pressure and heart rate [3]
- nausea and vomiting
- stomach aches
- trouble sleeping
- dizziness
- headaches [4]
- irritability
Atomoxetine can also cause several severe side effects such as suicidal thoughts and liver damage. If either you or your child begins to feel depressed or suicidal while taking this medicine, speak to your doctor.