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Atomoxetine (18mg)

🏭 Icon Life Sciences 📦 Varies by brand 💊 Allopathy 📅 Updated: Aug 25, 2026

📋 Prescription Required 💊 Generic Available

Medically Reviewed

SaathiMed Expert Panel | Aug 25, 2026

What is attera 18mg tablet used for?

Attentrol (Atomoxetine) is used to treat NEURO CNS. It contains Atomoxetine (18mg), which Selective norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) that increases norepinephrine. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.

Generic Name: Atomoxetine
Manufacturer: Icon Life Sciences
Form: Allopathy
Pregnancy Category: C
Prescription Required: Yes

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💊 attera 18mg tablet Uses & Benefits

ADHD in children, adolescents, and adults.

Off-label uses: Depression, anxiety, binge eating disorder (limited evidence).

📋 Drug Information

Generic Name(s)	Atomoxetine
Brand Name	Attentrol
Manufacturer	Icon Life Sciences
Packaging / Form	Varies by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic Class	NEURO CNS
Action Class	Sympthatomimmetics-ADHD (Non stimulant)
Route of Administration	Oral
Storage	Store at 20-25°C (68-77°F); protect from moisture.
Shelf Life	As per manufacturer

🔬 Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionWell absorbed after oral administration; food does not affect absorption.

DistributionExtensively distributed; crosses blood-brain barrier.

Protein Binding98% bound to albumin

MetabolismHepatic via CYP2D6, also via CYP2C19 and other pathways

Half-Life5.2 hours (extensive metabolizers); 21.6 hours (poor metabolizers)

ExcretionRenal (80% as metabolites, <1% unchanged); fecal (17%)

Bioavailability63-94% (extensive metabolizers); 94% (poor metabolizers)

Onset of Action1-2 weeks for therapeutic effect

Peak Plasma Time1-2 hours

Duration of Action24 hours

How It Works

Selective norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) that increases norepinephrine and dopamine in prefrontal cortex.

Mechanism Steps

1Atomoxetine binds to norepinephrine transporter (NET) on presynaptic neurons.

2Inhibits reuptake of norepinephrine into presynaptic terminals.

3Increases extracellular norepinephrine levels in synaptic cleft.

💡 How to Take attera 18mg tablet

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

⚠️ Side Effects of attera 18mg tablet

✅ Common Side Effects

Nausea
Dry mouth
Decreased appetite
Insomnia
Fatigue
Dizziness

🚨 Serious Side Effects

Suicidal ideation
Severe liver injury
Cardiovascular events
Allergic reactions

⚠️ Rare Side Effects

Priapism
Seizures
QT prolongation
Rhabdomyolysis

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

🔬 Drug Interactions

⚠️ Drug	Severity	Effect
MAOIs	Major	Hypertensive crisis risk
Paroxetine	Major	Increased atomoxetine levels
Albuterol	Major	Increased cardiovascular effects
Antihypertensives	Moderate	Reduced antihypertensive effect
CNS depressants	Moderate	Additive sedation
QT-prolonging drugs	Moderate	Increased QT prolongation risk

🚨 Major Interactions

MAOIs
CYP2D6 inhibitors (e.g., paroxetine, fluoxetine)
Pressor agents (e.g., albuterol)

⚡ Moderate Interactions

Antihypertensives
CNS depressants
QT-prolonging drugs

ℹ️ Minor Interactions

CYP2D6 substrates
CYP2C19 substrates

🍽️ Food Interactions

No significant food interactions.

🍷 Alcohol Interaction

May increase CNS depression; avoid alcohol.

🛡️ Safety & Warnings

🚫 Contraindications

Hypersensitivity, narrow-angle glaucoma, pheochromocytoma, severe cardiovascular disorders, concurrent MAOI use.

📊 Monitoring Parameters

Heart rate, blood pressure, growth (children), psychiatric symptoms, liver function.

🤱 Lactation Safety

Excreted in breast milk; use with caution.

💊 Overdose Management

Supportive care; monitor vital signs, ECG; activated charcoal if recent ingestion.

⏰ Missed Dose

Take as soon as remembered; skip if near next dose; do not double.

👨‍⚕️ Reviewed by Expert

SaathiMed Expert Panel

MD, PhD - Pharmacology

Last reviewed on: Aug 25, 2026

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