Atomoxetine (Strattera) Review - How to use Atomoxetine for Adult ADHD

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Dr Kidd goes through a review of Atomoxetine (Strattera) and how and when to use it in ADHD for adults.
Other ADHD medications:
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- Concerta (Methylphenidate): • Concerta (Methylphenid...
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- Guanfacine (Intuniv/Tenex): • Guanfacine (Intuniv/Te...
- Bupropion (Wellbutrin/Zyban): • Bupropion (Wellbutrin)...
Disclaimer: This video is purely educational and does not constitute any medical advice. Use of this information is at your own risk as this video is only my personal opinion. Dr Kidd will not assume any liability for any direct or indirect losses or damages that may result from the use of the information contained in this video including but not limited to economic loss, illness, injury, mental stress or death.
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@katradiction Год назад

How in the world do you expect people with adhd to pay attention to anything you're saying with those hands just moving moving moving 😂

@drkiddMD Год назад

lol good point haha will try and reduce the movements in future videos

@acheng9161 Год назад

Lol

@Darthflips Год назад

@drkiddMD you did fine.

@raw6460 Год назад

@@drkiddMD dude you're fine!

@RyanDaMannn Год назад

@@drkiddMDhaving something moving in the video related to the topic, such as your hands, on screen text, etc. i would think is helpful for people with ADHD

@markosp Год назад

I am a week into Strattera and I noticed I get an adrenaline rush within the first 10 minutes of taking it. I take 10Mg. Is that normal?

@amylyann2864 Год назад

I take 60mg and some days it gets me sleepy and others a bit hyper. I drink coffee if it gets me sleepy and kava tea if it's hyper, hopefully it works for you

@kamartaj 5 месяцев назад

Thanks doc!

@dt.3484 5 месяцев назад

Kindly describe the effects of procentra on the mind thanks

@sc9683 Год назад

Dr Kidd, please answer me one more question- I started straterra 25 mg (2 days ago). It is making it more difficult to sleep (I already have sleep issues). Is this something I should stick out as I may adjust or is if likely to remain an issue? In the past any kind of SSRI has caused me insomnia that never went away. (except agomalatine that’s been really great)

@drkiddMD Год назад

Sleep can have many factors but if it started after the starting the straterra and is not abating after a few days I would probably just stop and review with your doctor before continuing.

@sc9683 Год назад

@@drkiddMD Thank you. I slept much better last night on the 2nd night. what about constipation? Is that temporary?

@legendarygamingchannel805 Год назад

@@sc9683 this Strattera I took 5 years ago. I took it for a year+ a bit over and I developed life long insomnia and other issues that won’t go away

@drkiddMD Год назад

@@sc9683 It can be a side effect although I don't commonly see it. It is difficult to predict whether a side effect will persist or not

@sc9683 Год назад

Thanks Dr Kidd. I am ok day 10 and I have just felt so weird and out if it this whole time. Do I keep going? Will I adjust and feel ‘normal’? aits such a weird feeling

@sc9683 Год назад

Hi Dr Kidd, I have a very important question: Have you ever seen Straterra cause dry skin or any kind of skin issues in patients? (even if mild). I have been prescribed this med and desperately need to take something as I struggling BUT a while ago I was on Lamotrigine and it gave me dry skin all over my face and some contact dermatitis which was very upsetting for me. I am now terrified to try straterra in case it ruins my face again. I am in australia too. Which state are you in? I need support with my adhd.

@drkiddMD Год назад

Hi S C, I have not seen this side effect with Straterra before and that would be an unusual side effect. If you do get a bad side effect, definitely stop and check with your doctor. I am in Victoria, but my clinic services Australia wide. You can contact care@adhd.clinic if you would like an appointment.

@sc9683 Год назад

@@drkiddMD Thanjs this reply has given me a lot of confidence and I am going to start this tomorrow! I am going to get in touch with the clinic and make an appointment with you for support. I am also in Victoria - Melbourne m. Thanks!

@Germany651 8 месяцев назад

Qetiyyen bu dermanları istifade etmeyon.mende ekzema qaşıntı yaratdı stimulaton.Sacları zeifledir tökür.sümükleri eyir.Qetiuuen bu tip dermanlardan uzaq durun

@riverselizabeth5470 6 месяцев назад

May I ask if its normal to have a weird feeling on your chest on day 1? Granted i was drinking a coffee. ☕

@legendarygamingchannel805 Год назад

I feel like this Strattera is awful, I went from happy and healthy to not being able to sleep suffering with major mental health issues and going Multiple weeks without sleeping and liver problems because I took this for a year+ what should I do? I wanna give up but I never quit

@drkiddMD Год назад

It may not be the medication for you. May have to re-evaluate with your doctor.

@legendarygamingchannel805 Год назад

@@drkiddMD my psychiatrist gave it to me and I’m not in contact with the her anymore and I pretty much don’t know what to do I haven’t taken this medication in years but still have the same issues I feel like it gave me long term damage but idk how that would be possible? Maybe serotonin syndrome idk

@xboutLastNigHtx Год назад

Keep fighting bro I’m praying for you ! They shouldn’t even give kids these drugs because after they are 18 they can’t get them anymore

@anastasiadodson9045 Год назад

@@legendarygamingchannel805 how are you doing now?

@legendarygamingchannel805 Год назад

@@anastasiadodson9045 not good it’s only getting worst

@Juggler_Debashis 2 месяца назад

Can it be taken if someone has hypothyroidism & and is under control with medication?

@drkiddMD 2 месяца назад

Cannot give specific advice over the internet but someone with well controlled hypothyroidism assuming no other contraindications can commonly trial atomoxetine

@andie3131 7 месяцев назад

Atomoxetine is the first mine prescribed. I start low dose tomorrow. I’m guessing it’s because I also take pain medication and she doesn’t want me to mix them??

@SweetPea-xf4xe 4 месяца назад

How is it going for you?

@Aesthetics622 6 месяцев назад

Mix this with adderall and the focus in extremely good

@gavinflament05 Год назад

The VA just started me on this medication 2 days ago. Two 5MG and I’m doing research of people saying you don’t feel it right away like adderall. But within 2 hours I start feeling it. Is this placebo or am I really feeling this?

@ttul Год назад

The reason you aren't feeling anything is that the starting dose is low (by design). As you raise the dose gradually over a period of four weeks, it will at some point start to "work". Strattera actually reaches its maximum plasma concentration in your blood after 1-2 hours, so it is able to be effective immediately -- once you reach an effective dose for your brain.

@davak72 Год назад

@@ttul He said he DID feel it…

@ttul Год назад

@@davak72 LoL whoops! In that case, yes, that's totally normal.

@lifeofslp2909 Год назад

Does it works for ADS too???

@drkiddMD Год назад

I am guessing you mean ASD as in Autism Spectrum Disorder, if so unfortunately this medicine has no effect on this condition

@lifeofslp2909 Год назад

@@drkiddMD no. I mean ADS. Its on german. Its like ADHD but the quiet version.

@drkiddMD Год назад

@@lifeofslp2909 Must say I have never heard of this. This medication can be helpful in any type of ADHD (for example predominantly inattentive without much hyperactivity if that is what is meant by quiet)

@mikahist4155 2 месяца назад

I'm German too she meant ADD attention deficit disorder- in germàn: Aufmerksamkeits Defizit Syndrome

@Sakaturo1 Месяц назад

There’s not enough solutions for ADHD is kinda sad. Stimulants are not sustainable for life. These drugs are too taxing on the cardiovascular system and it’s so defeating as someone with pre existing heart conditions.

@mannb1023 19 дней назад

Is Strattera taxing on cardiovascular system?

@takeiteasyuk7703 Год назад

I would like to try Strattera, but I am also on Sertraline 75mg daily for depression. How much serotonin is in Strattera, would it be good for treating my depression and adhd at the same time?

@MinisterRickiLBlakeney 10 месяцев назад

my psychiatrist prescribed both strattera and setraline together. works ok for me.

@j.p8259 4 месяца назад

I'm taking both as well

@Serpico198227 Год назад

Stop throwing your hands around my man, its very distracting

@joelwilliams3115 Год назад

The only thing atomoxetine has really done for me is decreased my appetite, which has been great honestly because it's allowed me to change my diet and get back in the gym. That raises my self esteem and makes me happier in general. What it hasn't done for me, is helped me focus or increase motivation, or made it easier to do things i need to do that aren't interesting to me. I really hope i can try stimulants soon. Atomoxetine definitely doesn't raise dopamine in my experience. My mood is a bit more stable though.

@tristan4621 Год назад

Definitely agree. It isn’t noticeable at 80mg for me currently. it’s still mostly the same

@tempbmx 11 месяцев назад

fuck.

@chublez 6 месяцев назад

Brother. You just said it's doesn't work to motivate you or improve your mood in the same paragraph you said you where happier,more mood stable, and motivated back to the gym. I think maybe you should ask those around you if they notice a difference. Self reporting/self recognition is hard for these behaviors. Just reading what you wrote though it sounds like it's doing stuff, maybe not some magic life is perfect overnight pill but you described some pretty big improvements while writing it off as not working my friend.

@joelwilliams3115 2 месяца назад

@@chublez yeah true, i'm actually looking at going back on it as well as my dexamphetamine. Dex gives me the focus i was looking for, but atomoxetine was better for binge eating and the 24 hour symptom control. That's the main thing i liked it for because dexamphetamine is better but it wears off at night. Would be good if Dr Kidd made a video on combination therapy

@miraxus6264 Месяц назад

Nicotine can also decrease appetite 😅 I'm not saying start smoking but there are other options like camel snuz and some pouches made from tea..not bad for you as far as known today 🤔 body builders use it

@antes4586 9 месяцев назад

I was previously taking Concerta 18 mg , and developed panic attacks from it . Should i give atomoxetine a try? Does it worsening panic attacks ?

@drkiddMD 9 месяцев назад

Atomoxetine is less likely to exacerbate anxiety compared to the stimulant medications

@antes4586 9 месяцев назад

@@drkiddMD Thanks doc, i really appreciate for taking time to answer my question, Happy New Year 😊😊

@vickyhenney5975 Год назад

Your hands are distracting my adhd🙈

@ChristinePs-yu5xe Год назад

Hello! I was diagnosed with ADD and my psych gave me PMS-Atomoxetine, but i can only find APO-Atomoxetine. What’s the difference between them?

@rnapol3266 3 месяца назад

That is the generic company that makes them. Are you from Quebec or Ontario? PMS is pharmascience and APO is apotex

@rdfx420 Год назад

I’m currently taking lions mane, cordyceps, and reishi mushroom supplements daily. I’ve just been prescribed Strattera 40mg/day then 80mg/day after two weeks. Any concerns you may be aware of when mixing these?

@Freshy_Jones Год назад

No those are foods basically

@ChristiaanCorthier Год назад

Following..

@spacebond6400 Год назад

How is that mix working for you? I’m on those mushrooms too. I’m thinking about getting on Strattera..

@raw6460 11 месяцев назад

I'd love to hear more about the mushrooms side of things

@detoxfromthematrix 10 месяцев назад

@@Freshy_Jones wrong why do you think it’s called the food and drug administration foods are drugs, especially when it comes to mushrooms and herbs. Those have such complex medicinal and chemical compounds in them. Of course they should be concerned, especially when taking drugs that alter your brain chemistry.

@sulayminnokoundy 10 месяцев назад

i cant hear one word this guy is saying video is to low

@Ibis-of-Equilon Год назад

Whats the difference between the region of the brain that trycyclic antidepressants work in and snris?

@tnt666tnt Год назад

I am on 40mg of stterara. I believe it's working. BUT I have huge libido loss. hoping my doctor can switch me to something else.

@vermapreeti786 Год назад

At what time we should take atomoxetin??? Sir plzz reply. After how much time improvement will seen??

@drkiddMD Год назад

Atomoxetine if taken as a single daily dose is typically taken in the morning but it is not uncommon to see twice daily dosing which is morning and evening. Time to take effect is variable, but I would give it at least a few weeks before determining whether it is effective or not, assuming no side effects.

@saintessa Год назад

I'm looking into this because I'm unable by law to take stimulants because of the fact I've smoked green. So this looks like a promising alternative! However, about 12 years ago I tried Pristiq which gave me the worst acne breakouts I'd ever had (mind you I was 17/18 back then so maybe it was hormones too. What are the differences between atomoxetine and other SNRIs? I noticed while reading about this one, it's just approved for ADHD and seems to work well.

@jigglybandito9505 Год назад

That you have smoked green or that you are smoking green ? Big difference, I don’t see how you can be barred from medication if you smoked it a couple times in the past. Now if you’re smoking consistently and still are different story.

@saintessa Год назад

@@jigglybandito9505 I found out that casual use has been okay but not within the past three months. I take vyvanse now but not the green, I had to wait until it was out of my system.

@Ibis-of-Equilon Год назад

I have been told because of my weed and alcohol use that I won't be prescribed first line stimulants . YET. So I'm continuing along my path to sobriety. It makes the most sense. I am being prescribed something in the interim tho . And my psych says if I do 90 days and my toxicology comes back good then we're a go for stimulants. All I'm saying is I feel like I'm in the same boat as you but it's not forever. It's for like 3 months. And the way I see it the non stimulant meds are gonna affect your heart one way or another so it's worth becoming healthier anyway . Bummed me out for like a day . And I'm gonna try probabaly in a year to get a good score on my piss test.

@zerteruz 4 месяца назад

I was taking Moclobemide and Concerta but i felt super asocial and i also gain 7 kls. So i stopped taking moclobemide and now I have social anxiety and losing weight again. I dont know which antidepressants can be taken with concerta or with stratera. Concerta makes me productive but i am nervous and after the effect goes i feel super sad and tired.

@humancapybaras1301 2 месяца назад

Does it help with intrusive thoughts?

@peaceful_flow639 5 месяцев назад

I cannot use first line adhd meds(a.k.a concerta) because it makes my hands and feet burn for some reason even at a very low dose. I think I might want to give this a try.

@godwinsboom 5 месяцев назад

Stimulants meds they say are cleared for kids.

@Wilson12857 3 месяца назад

Hi Dr Kidd, If I felt insomnia, nausea, psychosis and suicidal during Ritalin and have been swapped over to Atomoxitine will these symptoms persist?

@drkiddMD 3 месяца назад

Difficult for me to give specific advice over the internet for a particular patient if those symptoms persisted I would review with your doctor!

@iiswhoiisss4410 Год назад

I love and hate this medication. It works wonders on my hyperactivity, it helps me focus, it helps me control my emotions extremely well and I no longer have any anxiety; at the same time it numbs me down and it makes me to be so tired.

@giftzwerg7345 6 месяцев назад

Try taking it on a really full stomag

@andersonsouza3381 8 месяцев назад

Hello! Is Wellbutrin more effective than Strattera for ADHD?

@drkiddMD 8 месяцев назад

This is difficult to answer there are pros and cons or each and no head to head studies that I am aware of.

@Yahman1969 Год назад

Can a gp prescribe Modanafinil in Australia

@christinabono2898 9 месяцев назад

Does it cause hair loss or hair thinning?

@drkiddMD 9 месяцев назад

Not that I have seen and was not a side effect in the product information (see page 16): www.ebs.tga.gov.au/ebs/picmi/picmirepository.nsf/pdf?OpenAgent&id=CP-2019-PI-01577-1&d=20231228172310101

@sidka8435 Год назад

Hello Doctor, if i can ask,do You still use Desoxyn 5 mg ir tablets?

@drkiddMD Год назад

I have not personally used methamphetamine in any of my patients

@sidka8435 Год назад

@@drkiddMD Dr in my experience methylphenitade is very bad for adult innattentive add,it s good for hyperactivity,impulsivity and focus/concentrations,but it makes You very social backward-More than Seroquel wtf.Dosage doesn t matter,low ,or high.Please If You have time,can You explain this generic methamphetamine hydrochloride 5 mg IR for add/adhd? .And this Evekeo,its racemic amphetamine unlike Adderall,,can You also explain that also,if You have time?.PF 2023,thanks

@reena7856 4 месяца назад

doctor gave this medicine to my adhd son ....he 4 years. old.. ...he is so hyperactive... how long lasting this?

@WWEENETWORK 25 дней назад

My 6 year old neice was found unreresponsive due to interaction with her ADHD drugs. They swirch her to this drug. Hearing what you said about increased SUICIDal thoughts or SUICIDE in CHILDREN???? Makes me FEARFUL!!! What NATURAL ALTERNATIVES can we try for her??? Since they a trying all sorts of drug with serious side effects for young children...is there no NATURAL REMEDIES TO TRY..??? PLEASE HELP.

@anabrotherton5420 Год назад

Hello, thank you for sharing this information! Atomoxetine was prescribed to me prior to any stimulant medications. My only concern is that I was put on the max dose (100mg) to start off with and would like to know if this common or heard of? I weigh 120lbs and tend to be sensitive to strong medications. Can you shed any light on this?

@drkiddMD Год назад

Hi Ana, I typically dont start patients on the maximum dose regardless of their weight

@lifewithfabian4789 10 месяцев назад

Maybe your adhd is really bad so higher dose is needed

@mannb1023 19 дней назад

@@lifewithfabian4789doesn't matter, you're supposed to build up to avoid terrible side effects

@AClockhead103 9 месяцев назад

Hey Dr. Kidd, my doctor for reasons unknown to me, prescribed me atomoxetine but I haven't taken any of the first line medications you have mentioned. Is this just a difference in treatment opinions between doctors or does it have to do with the fact that I asked him if I'd get addicted to it ?