Atomoxetine: Uses, Side Effects & Brands in Pakistan

Atomoxetine is a non-stimulant ADHD medicine. It is a prescription medicine used for ADHD. In Pakistan it is available as tablets and capsules. On this page you can read how it works, its common side effects and precautions, and compare the brands and prices available at Medimart.

How Atomoxetine works

Atomoxetine is a selective noradrenaline reuptake inhibitor. It blocks the pump that clears noradrenaline from nerve endings, so more of this chemical messenger stays active in the parts of the brain that control attention, planning and impulse control.

What is Atomoxetine used for?

• ADHD

Atomoxetine is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children aged six and over, teenagers and adults, as part of a wider plan that includes educational, psychological and social support. It helps improve concentration and reduce impulsive and hyperactive behaviour. Unlike stimulant ADHD medicines it is not a controlled drug, and its full effect usually develops over several weeks.

Side effects of Atomoxetine

Side effects of Atomoxetine are often most noticeable in the first weeks and may include:

• Reduced appetite
• Stomach pain, nausea or vomiting
• Headache
• Sleepiness or difficulty sleeping
• Raised heart rate or blood pressure
• Irritability or mood swings

Contact a doctor straight away about any thoughts of self-harm or suicide, new aggression or hostility, dark urine or yellowing of the skin, chest pain or fainting.

Precautions and warnings

• Watch closely for changes in mood or behaviour, especially in the first months, and report them to the doctor.
• Tell your doctor if you have heart problems, high blood pressure, narrow-angle glaucoma, liver disease or a history of fits.
• Never take it with, or within two weeks of stopping, an MAOI antidepressant, and mention all other medicines, as fluoxetine and paroxetine raise atomoxetine levels.
• Your doctor will check height, weight, pulse and blood pressure regularly during treatment.
• Avoid driving or operating machinery if it makes you sleepy, and discuss pregnancy or breastfeeding with your doctor.

Frequently asked questions about Atomoxetine

What is the price of Atomoxetine in Pakistan?

At Medimart, Atomoxetine products currently in stock range from Rs 839 to Rs 1,571 per pack, depending on the brand, strength and pack size. The lowest-priced option right now is Attentra 10mg Tablet at Rs 839. Prices are updated regularly, so the product list on this page always shows the latest price.

Which brands of Atomoxetine are available in Pakistan?

Atomoxetine is sold in Pakistan under brand names such as Attentra.

Do I need a prescription for Atomoxetine?

Yes. Atomoxetine is a prescription medicine in Pakistan. Use it only when a doctor has prescribed it, at the dose and for the time they advise.

Can Atomoxetine be used during pregnancy?

Avoid driving or operating machinery if it makes you sleepy, and discuss pregnancy or breastfeeding with your doctor.

Are all Atomoxetine brands the same?

Brands that contain the same amount of Atomoxetine in the same form are expected to work in the same way, although inactive ingredients, pack sizes and prices differ. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching from one brand to another.

Atomoxetine brands and prices in Pakistan

Medimart lists 3 products containing Atomoxetine from different manufacturers. Compare strengths, pack sizes and prices below and order online with cash on delivery.

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