A NON-STIMULANT Option for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: Strattera (Atomoxetine)

In today's video, we are discussing the medication Strattera (atomoxetine) for the treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
Intro:00:00
What is Strattera (atomoxeitne) 00:14
What is Strattera (atomoxetine) used for? 01:34
How long does Strattera (atomoxetine) take to work? 01:55
Is Strattera (atomoxetine) addicting? 02:28
What are the side effects of Strattera (atomoxetine)? 03:22
Warnings and Precautions with Strattera (atomoxetine) 05:05
Drug Interactions with Strattera (atomoxetine) 08:22
Strattera (atomoxetine) Final thoughts 10:37
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References:
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Stahl, S. M., Grady, M. M., & Muntner, N. (2021). Stahl's essential psychopharmacology: Neuroscientific basis and practical applications. Cambridge University Press.
Stahl,S. (2021). Stahl’s Essential Psychopharmacology: Prescriber’s Guide, 7th Ed. Cambridge University Press.
Valentin, A. (2022, October 28). Strattera Withdrawal Symptoms & Duration| Clearbrook Massachusetts. Clearbrook Treatment Centers. www.clearbrookinc.com/news/st...
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[@SandraKennedy-zh2ms]

I started at 40mg and gradually increased to 100mg. I took it for a month and the only thing it did for me was increase my blood pressure and made me very tired. As far as it helping my inattentive ADHD it did nothing.

[@xaza8uhitra4]

thanks so much for this , i really appreciate your scientific breakdown of how it works in the brain. i wasn’t able to find this info in other videos on youtube

[@lulumoon6942]

With my first dose of Straterra I finally realized what "normal" felt like! Couldn't justify risks after I left the job I needed it for, but was a life changer!

[@sunshinevalley0]

I’m on my second dose and I hope I’m not feeling a “placebo “ but it is pretty awesome for helping me get my tasks done for the day

[@Thoughtflux]

How you feeling now? Have you taken it continuously?

[@jpartin4637]

Great video. Thank you!

[@Olo_Yansan]

I’m currently on Methadone for OUD. I do not want a stimulant for my ADD. My doctor said I could go on a stimulant but since I said I don’t want to, he said Strattera may be a viable option. Is that okay to be on Methadone and Strattera? My doctor said it’s fine, I do trust him. Just wanted to share and see your opinion. Also, I would LOVE a video on Methadone 🙏🏼 I know it’s for addiction and pain but you are so articulate and intelligent! Same with Clomipramine!

[@shirophoenix01]

Been taking this for 3 days and it has been the worse 3 days ive had. I havent been able to sleep at night but during the day im so tired and sleepy. Im meeting my psych in 2 weeks but i dont think im going through this for longer than these 2 weeks.

[@LevelheadedMind]

Some people do better taking it at night.

[@duyguguner5850]

Could you also discuss how we know we are at the right dose? On 40 mg I dont have the "beneficial stress" that was helping me to get things done but I also have a certain level of emotional disregulation. How can I understand whether I should increase or decrease the dose?

[@FlytoNine]

What is the treatment for ADHD patients with Major Depressive Disorder? Is there a specific way you treat patients with multiple mental health conditions? Like combining medication instead of monotherapy. Your videos are really helpful, thank you for your hard work ❤.

[@LevelheadedMind]

For comorbidities with ADHD you want to treat the other diagnosis first. In your case, treat depression first, then once mood is stable re-evaluate for ADHD symptoms and severity and treat if necessary. Oftentimes ADHD symptoms are actually part of another diagnosis, especially in Adults.

[@FlytoNine]

@@LevelheadedMind thanks for your reply. I've been on effexor for 5-6 years since I was 16, and I was quite struggle with schooling since 12. Now 22 and dropped from pharmacy school. I'm quite sure that something in my brain doesn't work the way it should.🥲

[@projectpatC]

This is exactly what I'm going through. I had a TBI that resulted in unspecified mood disorder second to a medical condition. The same with executive dysfunction. Now I'm starting atomoxetine as well as in speech and cognitive therapy. Hoping for the best. Thank you for the information. I was misdiagnosed for years as either bipolar, MDD, and ADHD, all the while doctors were aware of severe TBI. 😢

[@fabiosallesctba]

Thank you 🙏🏼

[@Dabenport]

Could you make a video about MDMA? I heard the FDA has accepted a new drug application for mdma for ptsd treatment. Not approved yet but going into testing later this year I think.

[@nerdbamarich2063]

Thank you for sharing this. I was wondering what your thoughts on adding buspar to effexor? My psychiatrist has been thinking about it.

[@LevelheadedMind]

This could be helpful for comorbid anxiety or depression mixed with anxiety. But you have to monitor for serotonin syndrome.

[@CMarie2415]

Any connection between strattera and essential tremor? It dramatically increased my tremor and id love yo understand why.

[@agaragar21]

Behaviour management is NONSENSE !.....Psychiatrists who deal with ADHD know this ...watch some Videos by Russell Barkley !