apollo
0

Welcome User

Login/Sign Up

Home
Buy Medicines
Lab Tests
Doctor Consult
Circle Membership
Insurance
Blogs
Contact Us
Privacy Policy
Return & Refunds
Need Help
Terms and Conditions
  1. Home
  2. Medicine

  3. ATTERA 18MG TABLET

48 Hrs returnable
Know More
COD available

Online payment accepted

ATTERA 18MG TABLET, Pack of 10 TABLETS
ATTERA 18MG TABLET, Pack of 10 TABLETS
ATTERA 18MG TABLET, Pack of 10 TABLETS
ATTERA 18MG TABLET, Pack of 10 TABLETS
ATTERA 18MG TABLET, Pack of 10 TABLETS
Thumbnail 0
Thumbnail 1
Thumbnail 2
Thumbnail 3
Thumbnail 4
Prescription drug

Whats That

tooltip
ATOMOXETINE-18MG
ORAL
Not Returnable
Apr-24
Not for online sale
Prescription drug
Trailing icon

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Plot No. 128-B, Phase 1 & 2 G.I.D.C., Naroda, Ahmedabad - 382330. (Gujarat)
Other Info - ATT0029

FAQs

Immediately contact to your doctor if you did not take at correct time. If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time. Do not take 2 doses at the same time or extra doses.
If you are taking ATTERA 18MG TABLET and have high blood pressure, inform your doctor before using OTC (without prescription drugs) products that may increase blood pressure.
You can feel dizzy while taking this ATTERA 18MG TABLET. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy, rise slowly if you have been lying down or sitting. Be careful about going up and downstairs.
Immediately go to the emergency department of your nearest hospital. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened.

Disclaimer

While we strive to provide complete, accurate, and expert-reviewed content on our 'Platform', we make no warranties or representations and disclaim all responsibility and liability for the completeness, accuracy, or reliability of the aforementioned content. The content on our platform is for informative purposes only, and may not cover all clinical/non-clinical aspects. Reliance on any information and subsequent action or inaction is solely at the user's risk, and we do not assume any responsibility for the same. The content on the Platform should not be considered or used as a substitute for professional and qualified medical advice. Please consult your doctor for any query pertaining to medicines, tests and/or diseases, as we support, and do not replace the doctor-patient relationship.
bannner image

Alcohol

Unsafe

Do not drink alcohol with this ATTERA 18MG TABLET because it may produce more dizziness and drowsiness.

bannner image

Pregnancy

Caution

This ATTERA 18MG TABLET should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.

bannner image

Breast Feeding

Caution

It is not known if this drug passes into breast milk. Inform your doctor before breast-feeding.

bannner image

Driving

Caution

If you experience drowsiness, dizziness, or a headache as side-effects when using ATTERA 18MG TABLET then it may not be safe to drive or operate heavy machinery.

bannner image

Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor if you have liver disease or any concerns regarding this.

bannner image

Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

bannner image

Children

Safe if prescribed

ATTERA 18MG TABLET can be given to children if prescribed by the doctor.

Product Substitutes

Info icon

Defexit-18 Capsule 10's

₹92.3

(₹102.5)

Info icon

Attentrol 18 Capsule 10's

₹159.3

(₹177)

Info icon

Axepta 18 Tablet 10's

₹193.1

(₹214.5)

Info icon

Hypercon-18 Tablet 10's

₹112.5

(₹125)

Reference

  1. https://www.drugs.com/food-interactions/atomoxetine.html
  2. https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-64481/atomoxetine-oral/details

About ATTERA 18MG TABLET

ATTERA 18MG TABLET belongs to a group of drugs known as selective norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors. ATTERA 18MG TABLET is antidepressant which is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common mental disorders that affect children. ADHD also affects many adults. Symptoms of ADHD include hyperactivity (excess movement that is not fitting to the setting), inattention (not being able to keep focus), and impulsivity (hasty acts that occur at the moment without thought). It is seen thrice as commonly in boys as in girls. The main cause of the disease is unknown but some factors include genetics, food activities, environmental factors, cigarette smoking, and alcohol abuse during pregnancy.

ATTERA 18MG TABLET contains ‘Atomoxetine’ which moderates the activity of a few chemical messengers in the brain, which decreases restlessness and increases attention. It is a medicine used for depression.

Take ATTERA 18MG TABLET as prescribed. You are advised to take ATTERA 18MG TABLET for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical condition. You may experience certain common side effects such as headache, vomiting, nausea, abdominal pain, decreased appetite, sleepiness, increased heart rate, and high blood pressure. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Before taking ATTERA 18MG TABLET inform your doctor if you have any allergy, heart disease, high blood pressure, glaucoma, or pheochromocytoma. If you are taking another antidepressant for the last 14 days, then inform your doctor. Do not stop, start, or change the dose of any drug without informing your doctor. This ATTERA 18MG TABLET may disturb growth in children and teens in several cases. They may need regular check-ups for growth. Use with care in children and inform your doctor. Inform your doctor before taking ATTERA 18MG TABLET if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy as it may cause risk to the baby. If you are breastfeeding mother immediately contact your doctor.

Uses of ATTERA 18MG TABLET

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)

Medicinal Benefits Mweb

Medicinal Benefits

ATTERA 18MG TABLET belongs to a group of drugs known as selective norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors. ATTERA 18MG TABLET is antidepressant which is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). ATTERA 18MG TABLET contains ‘Atomoxetine’ which moderates the activity of few chemical messengers in the brain, which decreases restlessness and increases attention. It is a medicine used in depression.

Directions for Use

Take ATTERA 18MG TABLET with food or without food as advised by the doctor. Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Side Effects of ATTERA 18MG TABLET

  • Headache
  • Vomiting
  • Nausea
  • Abdominal pain
  • Decreased appetite
  • Sleepiness
  • Increased heart rate
  • High blood pressure

Drug Warnings

Before taking ATTERA 18MG TABLET inform your doctor if you have any allergy, heart disease, high blood pressure, glaucoma, or pheochromocytoma. If you are taking another antidepressant in the last 14 days, then inform your doctor. Do not stop, start, or change the dose of any drug without informing your doctor. This ATTERA 18MG TABLET may disturb growth in children and teens in several cases. They may need regular check-ups for growth. Use with care in children and inform your doctor. ATTERA 18MG TABLET increased the risk of suicidal thoughts or actions in children and teens. All people who take ATTERA 18MG TABLET need to be watched closely. Inform the doctor right away if signs like panic attacks, nervousness, depression, irritability, restlessness, or mood changes are new or worse. Inform the doctor immediately if any thoughts or actions of suicide occur. Inform your doctor before taking ATTERA 18MG TABLET if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy as it may cause risk to the baby. If you are a breastfeeding mother immediately contact your doctor.

Drug-Drug Interactions

verifiedApollotooltip
AtomoxetineHalofantrine
Critical
AtomoxetineTranylcypromine
Critical

Drug-Food Interactions

verifiedApollotooltip
No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Diseases Interactions

verifiedApollotooltip
No Drug - Disease interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ISOCARBOXAZID
  • FLUOXETINE
  • BUPROPION
  • LINEZOLID
  • ASPIRIN

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

  • Inform your doctor if you feel unusual changes in mood or suicidal thoughts.
  • Do not stop taking ATTERA 18MG TABLET without talking to your doctor first.
  • Your doctor will monitor your heart rate and blood pressure regularly while taking the medicine.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat a well-balanced diet.
  • Avoid processed or packed foods and foods that are high in refined sugars.
  • Exercise regularly.
  • Lose excess weight and keep a check on your weight.
  • Avoid stress.
  • Improve your mood by being active, socializing with others, and talking about your feelings.
  • Quit alcohol intake and smoking.