axepta 40mg tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects & Substitutes
What is axepta 40mg tablet used for?
Attentrol (Atomoxetine) is used to treat NEURO CNS. It contains Atomoxetine (40mg), which Selective norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) that increases norepinephrine. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.
- Generic Name: Atomoxetine
- Manufacturer: Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: C
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ axepta 40mg tablet Uses & Benefits
ADHD in children, adolescents, and adults.
Off-label uses: Depression, anxiety, binge eating disorder (limited evidence).
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Atomoxetine |
| Brand Name | Attentrol |
| Manufacturer | Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | NEURO CNS |
| Action Class | Sympthatomimmetics-ADHD (Non stimulant) |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at 20-25ยฐC (68-77ยฐF); protect from moisture. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Selective norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) that increases norepinephrine and dopamine in prefrontal cortex.
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take axepta 40mg tablet
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of axepta 40mg tablet
โ Common Side Effects
- Nausea
- Dry mouth
- Decreased appetite
- Insomnia
- Fatigue
- Dizziness
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Suicidal ideation
- Severe liver injury
- Cardiovascular events
- Allergic reactions
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Priapism
- Seizures
- QT prolongation
- Rhabdomyolysis
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ 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 |
๐จ Major Interactions
- MAOIs
- CYP2D6 inhibitors (e.g., paroxetine, fluoxetine)
- Pressor agents (e.g., albuterol)
โก Moderate Interactions
- Antihypertensives
- CNS depressants
- QT-prolonging drugs
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- CYP2D6 substrates
- CYP2C19 substrates
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
No significant food interactions.
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
May increase CNS depression; avoid alcohol.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity, narrow-angle glaucoma, pheochromocytoma, severe cardiovascular disorders, concurrent MAOI use.
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Heart rate, blood pressure, growth (children), psychiatric symptoms, liver function.
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Excreted in breast milk; use with caution.
๐ Overdose Management
Supportive care; monitor vital signs, ECG; activated charcoal if recent ingestion.
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered; skip if near next dose; do not double.
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
๐ Substitutes for axepta 40mg tablet
View AllAlternative brands with exact same active ingredient (Atomoxetine (40mg)):
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attentrol 40mg capsuleSun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd โน52.24 86.5% CHEAPER
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tomoxetin 40mg capsuleTorrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd โน143.70 62.8% CHEAPER
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attera 40mg tabletIcon Life Sciences โน182.81 52.7% CHEAPER
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.