Attentrol 25mg Capsule
Attentrol 25 MG Description
Attentrol Capsule is useful in treating attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Attentrol Capsule helps to improve concentration, attention span, and reduce impulsive behaviour by regulating the ac
tivity of certain brain chemicals. Attentrol Capsule belongs to the class of medicines called antidepressants that fight depression. Atomoxetine is the active ingredient of the Attentrol Capsule. *Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a disorder wherein poor concentration, low attention span, learning difficulties, hyperactivity, or impulsive behaviour is difficult to overcome. ADHD mainly affects kids but could affect some adults too. *Depression is a condition that negatively affects how a person thinks and acts. The affected individual has a negative thinking process with self-doubt, guilt or self-harm thoughts that affect work. The most common symptoms being constant sadness or low mood, sleep problems, headache, chest pain, digestive problems, aching muscles and joints, agitation, or restlessness.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹228.80 |
You Save | ₹31.20 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Atomoxetine(25.0 Mg) |
Uses | Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder |
Side effects | Headache, Nausea, Decreased appetite, Increased heart rate, High blood pressure, Pain in the abdomen |
Therapy | DRUGS FOR ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER |
Uses of Attentrol 25 MG
- Attentrol Capsule is helpful in the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.
Contraindications of Attentrol 25 MG
- If you have an allergy to Attentrol Capsule.
- If you have severe liver disease.
- If you have heart disease such as high blood pressure.
- If you have glaucoma (increased pressure in the eyes).
- If you have pheochromocytoma.
- If you have a history of epilepsy/ fits.
- If you have taken antidepressants in the past 14 days
- *Pheochromocytoma is a tumour/ lump formed in the nerve cells of hormone-producing glands of the human body called adrenal glands.
Side effects of Attentrol 25 MG
- Headache
- Nausea/ vomiting sensation
- Decreased appetite/ loss of hunger
- Increased heart rate
- High blood pressure
- Pain in the abdomen
Precautions and Warnings of Attentrol 25 MG
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You develop unusual changes in the behaviour, worsening of depression symptoms or new symptoms of depression.
- You have suicidal thoughts.
- You experience chest pain.
- You experience severe stomach pain.
- You have dark urine, pale stools, yellowish eyes or skin.
- You see a disturbing growth in children or teens.
Mode of Action of Attentrol 25 MG
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Attentrol 25 MG
- Swallow Attentrol Capsule as a whole with a glass full of water.
- Do not chew, break open, crush Attentrol Capsule.
- Take Attentrol Capsule with food or without food as advised by your doctor.
- Follow the dosage instructions given by your doctor.
- Never self-medicate.
- Your doctor will conduct a thorough evaluation and prescribe Attentrol Capsule only if it is helpful to you.
- Take Attentrol at the same time every day, as suggested by your physician. So, you can get its maximum benefits.
- Take Attentrol Capsule as long as advised by your doctor.
- If you experience any side effects, report them to your doctor:
- Usually, the side effects of Attentrol Capsules disappear on their own with time as your body gets used to the medicine. However, speak to your doctor if the side effects appear to bother you, are persistent, or seem too serious....
Interactions of Attentrol 25 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- If you are on MAO/ Monoamine Oxidase inhibitors such as Moclobemide, Rasagiline, or Selegiline. It can cause life-threatening reactions.
- If you are on antidepressants such as Amitriptyline, Morex, or Rimarex. It can cause serious side effects such as tremors, confusion, or muscle stiffness.
- If you are on medicines that fight Parkinson’s disease (nerve disease,) such as Afrelect or Rasalect.
- If you are on antibiotics such as Linezolid.
- If you are on pain killers such as Aspirin. It can cause severe side effects.
Interactions with food items
- No interactions found.
Storage and disposal of Attentrol 25 MG
Dosage of Attentrol 25 MG
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details
Dr. Varsha Parihar
MBBS, MD (Community Medicine)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Does an Attentrol Capsule make me addicted to it?
Q: How many days does Attentrol Capsule take to work on me?
Q: Can I give Attentrol Capsule to my three-year-old kid?
References
- What is depression - (American Psychiatric Association) - [Internet]. Psychiatry.org [cited 6 March 2022] –
- The Effect of Methylphenidate and Atomoxetine on Heart Rate and Systolic Blood Pressure in Young People and Adults with Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD): Systematic Review, Meta-Analysis, and Meta-Regression - (Environmental Research and Public Health) - [Internet]. mdpi [cited 6 March 2022] –
- Atomoxetine- (National Library of Medicine) - [Internet]. medlineplus.gov [cited 6 March 2022] –
- Pheochromocytoma - (National Library of Medicine) - [Internet]. medlineplus.gov [cited 6 March 2022]
- Efficacy of atomoxetine in adults with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder: An integrated analysis of the complete database of multicenter placebo-controlled trials - (Journal of Psychopharmacology, Oxford, England) - [Internet]. ncbi.nlm.nih [cited 6 March 2022] -
- A critical appraisal of atomoxetine in the management of ADHD - (dovepress) - [Internet]. dovepress [cited 6 March 2022] -
- Once-Daily Atomoxetine Treatment for Children and Adolescents With Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: A Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Study- (The American Journal of Psychiatry) - [Internet]. psychiatryonline [cited 6 March 2022] -
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