Attencare Atomoxetine 40 mg - 30 Capsules

Product Overview:

• Attencare (Atomoxetine) 30 Capsules is used to help with attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) by improving focus and reducing impulsivity and hyperactivity. It works by increasing a natural substance in the brain called norepinephrine. 

• It can help to increase attention, as well as decrease impulsiveness and hyperactivity. 


• Atomoxetine may also be used for other conditions as determined by your healthcare provider.

• Atomoxetine is a selective norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor. It may work by increasing the natural substance called norepinephrine in the brain.

• Take the capsule as a whole with or without food, usually once daily in the morning or twice daily (morning and late afternoon). Do not open the capsules. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice.

• Atomoxetine 40 mg

• Breathing problems or wheezing


• Racing heart


• Fever or general ill feeling


• Swollen lymph nodes


• Swelling of the face, lips, mouth, tongue, or throat


• Trouble swallowing or throat tightness


• Itching, skin rash, or pale red bumps on the skin called hives


• Nausea or vomiting


• Dizziness, feeling lightheaded, or fainting


• Stomach cramps


• Joint pain

• Atomoxetine has a boxed warning for an increased risk of suicidal thoughts and behavior in children and adolescents 6 years of age and older. A boxed warning is the strongest safety-related warning issued by the FDA. In short-term studies, this increased risk was seen in pediatric patients but was not seen in adults treated for ADHD. 

• It is not known if or how atomoxetine could affect pregnancy or harm an unborn baby. Tell your healthcare provider if you are or plan to become pregnant. Your healthcare provider will advise you if you should use atomoxetine while you are pregnant or trying to get pregnant

• It is not known if atomoxetine passes into breast milk. Tell your healthcare provider if you are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed.

• Atomoxetine should be stored at room temperature, between 68 F to 77 F (20 C to 25 C). It can be exposed to temperatures between 59 F to 86 F (15 C to 30 C) for shorter periods of time, such as when transporting it. Store in a cool, dry place.

• Q. What should I do if I miss a dose of atomoxetine?


• A. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and only take the next dose. Do not take double doses.


• Q. Does atomoxetine interact with foods or drinks?


• A. There are no known interactions between atomoxetine and foods or drinks.


• There are no known interactions between atomoxetine and alcohol.


• Q. Does atomoxetine interact with other medicines (drug interactions)?


• A. Always tell your healthcare provider about any prescription or over-the-counter (OTC) medicines, vitamins/minerals, herbal products, and other supplements you are using. 


• Q. What should I know about atomoxetine before using it?


• A. Do not take atomoxetine unless it has been prescribed to you by a healthcare provider. Take it as prescribed.


• Do not share atomoxetine with other people, even if they have the same condition as you. It may harm them.


• Keep atomoxetine out of the reach of children.


• Do not chew, crush, or open atomoxetine capsules. Avoid coming in contact with an open or a broken atomoxetine capsule. Wash any surfaces that an open capsule touches, such as your hands. If you or your child gets any powder from the atomoxetine capsules in the eye, rinse well with water and call your healthcare provider right away.


• Atomoxetine can affect you or your child’s alertness or coordination. Do not drive or do other activities that require alertness or coordination until you know how atomoxetine affects you or your child.