atomoxetine
atomoxetine is one of 8,063 medications in the MedPlain dataset. Key details — Brand name: atomoxetine; Generic name: ATOMOXETINE; Manufacturer: Northstar Rx LLC.
| Brand name | atomoxetine |
|---|---|
| Generic name | ATOMOXETINE |
| Manufacturer | Northstar Rx LLC |
| Used for | 1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Atomoxetine capsules are selective norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor indicated for the treatment of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). ( 1.1 ) 1.1 Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Atomoxetine capsules are indicated for the treatment of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). The efficacy of atomoxetine capsules was established in seven clinical trials in outpatients with ADHD: four 6 to 9-week trials in pediatric patients (ages 6 to 18), two 10-week trial in adults, and one maintenance trial in pediatrics (ages 6 to 15) [see Clinical Studies ( 14 )] . 1.2 Diagnostic Considerations A diagnosis of ADHD (DSM-IV) implies the presence |
| Dosage | 2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Initial, Target and Maximum Daily Dose ( 2.1 ) (Acute and Maintenance/Extended Treatment) Body Weight Initial Daily Dose Target Total Daily Dose Maximum Total Daily Dose Children and adolescents up to 70 kg 0.5 mg/kg 1.2 mg/kg 1.4 mg/kg Children and adolescents over 70 kg and adults 40 mg 80 mg 100 mg Dosing adjustment — Hepatic Impairment, Strong CYP2D6 Inhibitor, and in patients known to be CYP2D6 poor metabolizers (PMs). ( 2.5 , 12.3 ) 2.1 Acute Treatment Dosing of |
| Warnings | WARNING: SUICIDAL IDEATION IN CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS Atomoxetine increased the risk of suicidal ideation in short-term studies in children or adolescents with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Anyone considering the use of atomoxetine in a child or adolescent must balance this risk with the clinical need. Co-morbidities occurring with ADHD may be associated with an increase in the risk of suicidal ideation and/or behavior. Patients who are started on therapy should be monitored |
| Active ingredient(s) | ATOMOXETINE HYDROCHLORIDE |
| Route | ORAL |
| Official label | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=133a4b65-762b-4712-baba-2442546f0379 |