Strattera (Atomoxetine HCl) Patient Information: Missed a Dose and What Should I Avoid at RxList

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May 27, 2012

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Strattera Patient Information including If I Miss a Dose

What happens if I miss a dose (Strattera)?

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the medicine at your next regularly scheduled time. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose. Take the medication only one time per day.

What happens if I overdose (Strattera)?

Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this medicine.

Overdose symptoms may include drowsiness, agitation, hyperactivity, unusual behavior, stomach problems, blurred vision, dry mouth, and fast heartbeat.

What should I avoid while taking atomoxetine (Strattera)?

Avoid using or handling an open or broken capsule. If the medicine from inside the capsule gets in your eyes, rinse them thoroughly with water and call your doctor.

Atomoxetine can cause side effects that may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be awake and alert.

What other drugs will affect atomoxetine (Strattera)?

Before taking atomoxetine, tell your doctor if you are using any of the following drugs:

albuterol (Proventil, Ventolin);
amiodarone (Cordarone, Pacerone);
bupropion (Wellbutrin, Zyban);
celecoxib (Celebrex);
cimetidine (Tagamet);
doxorubicin (Adriamycin);
methadone (Dolophine, Methadose);
metoclopramide (Reglan);
quinidine (Cardioquin, Quinaglute, Quinidex);
ritonavir (Norvir);
ranitidine (Zantac);
terbinafine (Lamisil);
antidepressants such as citalopram (Celexa), clomipramine (Anafranil); escitalopram (Lexapro), fluoxetine (Prozac, Sarafem), fluvoxamine (Luvox), paroxetine (Paxil), or sertraline (Zoloft); or
antihistamines or sleep medicine such as diphenhydramine (Benadryl, Unisom, and others) or chlorpheniramine (Chlor-Trimeton and others).

This list is not complete and there may be other drugs that can interact with atomoxetine. Tell your doctor about all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you use. This includes vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start using a new medication without telling your doctor.

Where can I get more information?

Your pharmacist can provide more information about atomoxetine.

Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.

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