Atomoxetine (Strattera)

Basic Information

Category: Medications

Type: Non-Stimulants for ADHD

Group: Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitors

How Long it Works: All day

Helps With: Thoughts & Feelings, Social Skills, Executive Functioning

Conditions: ADHD

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More About Non-Stimulants for ADHD

How it Works: Unlike stimulants, these medications work all day and slowly build up in your system.

How to Take: You take them every day. It can take a few weeks to feel the full benefits.

More Info: Doctors often prescribe these if stimulants cause strong side effects, don’t work well, or can’t be taken for medical reasons.

 

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