Attentrol 40mg Capsule
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd |
| Active Ingredient | Atomoxetine (40mg) |
| Storage | Store below 30°C |
| Chemical Class | Propylamine Derivative |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | NEURO CNS |
| Action Class | Sympthatomimmetics-ADHD (Non stimulant) |
| User Rating | 4.5 |
| User Reviews | 407 |
FAQ
How long does it take for Attentrol 40mg to start working?
In general, you can expect to see a positive change during the first month of taking Attentrol 40mg. After the first month of taking the medication, your dose might be raised if you are not benefitting enough from it.
When should I call my doctor right away?
Get medical help right away if you get suicidal thoughts, chest pain or if you experience severe stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, dark urine, pale stools, or yellowing of your skin or eyes.
Can I give Attentrol 40mg to my 3-year-old child?
No Attentrol 40mg should only be used in children 6 years and older.
When to take Attentrol 40mg?
This medicine is usually taken one or two times a day (early morning and late afternoon/early evening). If you find that you are sleepy during the day talk to your doctor about the best time to take your medicine.
What medicine should be avoided along with Attentrol 40mg?
Avoid taking any other anti-depressant along with Attentrol 40mg without consulting your doctor. This is because the combination may cause side-effects like shaking (tremor), shivering, muscle stiffness, fever, rapid pulse, rapid breathing or confusion.
Is nausea common during the treatment with Attentrol 40mg?
Nausea is a common side-effect of this medicine. Eat smaller, more frequent meals to reduce the feeling of nausea. Also, avoid food that is salty, spicy, fried, or fatty.
Attentrol 40mg Capsule Reviews
Attentrol 40mg is a medicine used in the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (a behavioral disorder in children marked by poor concentration, hyperactivity, and learning difficulties). It helps to improve attention span, concentration and reduces impulsive behavior.
Attentrol 40mg may be taken with or without food. It is advised to take this medicine at a fixed time each day to maintain a consistent level in the blood. If you miss any doses, take it as soon as you remember. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. This medication mustn't be stopped suddenly as it may worsen your symptoms.
Some common side effects of this medicine include headache, nausea, vomiting, decreased appetite, abdominal pain, increased heart rate, and high blood pressure. However, these side effects are temporary and usually resolve on their own in some time. Please consult your doctor if these do not subside or bother you. This medicine causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.
Before taking Attentrol 40mg, inform your doctor if you have any problems with your kidneys, heart, liver, or have a history of seizures (epilepsy or fits). Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or if you have any suicidal thoughts. This medicine may increase your blood pressure, so it is better to monitor it regularly and consult your doctor if it is bothersome.
Attentrol 40mg may be taken with or without food. It is advised to take this medicine at a fixed time each day to maintain a consistent level in the blood. If you miss any doses, take it as soon as you remember. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. This medication mustn't be stopped suddenly as it may worsen your symptoms.
Some common side effects of this medicine include headache, nausea, vomiting, decreased appetite, abdominal pain, increased heart rate, and high blood pressure. However, these side effects are temporary and usually resolve on their own in some time. Please consult your doctor if these do not subside or bother you. This medicine causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.
Before taking Attentrol 40mg, inform your doctor if you have any problems with your kidneys, heart, liver, or have a history of seizures (epilepsy or fits). Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or if you have any suicidal thoughts. This medicine may increase your blood pressure, so it is better to monitor it regularly and consult your doctor if it is bothersome.
How Attentrol 40mg Capsule Works
Attentrol 40mg modulates the activity of certain chemical messengers in the brain, which increases attention and decreases restlessness. It is a non-stimulant medicine.
How to Use Attentrol 40mg Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Attentrol 40mg may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Benefits of Attentrol 40mg Capsule
- In Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD): Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a disorder that makes a person impulsive, restless, creates difficulty in concentrating or paying attention, and leads to behavioral issues. Attentrol 40mg helps you improve these symptoms, making you more alert, energetic, and focused. It is the most effective medicine for treating ADHD. It improves your behavior and enhances the quality of life.
Uses of Attentrol 40mg Capsule
- Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
Attentrol 40mg Capsule Side Effects
Safety Tips
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Attentrol 40mg is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Attentrol 40mg may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Attentrol 40mg may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Attentrol 40mg is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Attentrol 40mg is recommended.
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Attentrol 40mg.
Liver
CAUTION
Attentrol 40mg should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Attentrol 40mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Quick Tips
- Do not stop taking medicine without talking to your doctor first.
- Your doctor will monitor your heart rate and blood pressure regularly while taking the medicine.
- It may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires concentration until you know how it affects you.
- Take Attentrol 40mg at the same time every day to help you remember to take it.
- Inform your doctor if you experience unusual changes in mood or behavior or suicidal thoughts.
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