How to Use Strattera to Treat ADHD

Strattera is a nonstimulate medication used to reduce hyperactivity and increase impulse control in those individuals who have been diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Strattera works by increasing the amount of norepinephrine that is active within the brain.

Things You'll Need

• Prescription for Strattera
• Therapy plan

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Instructions

• 1

  Avoid taking Strattera if you have any heart defects, heart disease, liver disease, glaucoma, bipolar disorder or depression.

• 2

  Take the prescribed amount of medication as indicated by your physician. Take the medication with a glass of water. Take the medication on a regular schedule for the best results.

• 3

  Stop taking Strattera if any of the following dangerous side effects occur: breathing difficulties, fast heartbeat, irregular heartbeat, chest pain, fainting, aggressive behavior, hallucinations, jaundice, difficulty urinating or marked increase in blood pressure.

• 4

  Participate in therapy and counseling in addition to taking Strattera for the best results. ADHD is most effectively treated with a combination of therapy and medication.