Attentin 1010mg
Capsule
Unimed Unihealth Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
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| Alcohol | UNSAFE It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Attentin 10. |
| Pregnancy | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Attentin 10 may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the develo... View More |
| Breastfeeding | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Attentin 10 is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. |
| Driving | UNSAFE Attentin 10 may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. |
| Kidney | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Attentin 10 is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Attentin 10 is recommended. |
| Liver | CAUTION Attentin 10 should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Attentin 10 may be needed. Please consult your doctor. |
Introduction
Attentin 10 is a medicine used in the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (a behavioral disorder in children marked by poor concentrat... View More
Uses of Attentin 10
- Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
Side effects of Attentin 10
- Headache
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Sleepiness
- Decreased appetite
- Abdominal pain
- Increased heart rate
- High blood pressure
How to use Attentin 10
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Attentin 10 may be taken w... View More
How Attentin 10 works
Attentin 10 modulates the activity of certain chemical messengers in the brain, which increases attention and decreases restlessness. It is a non-stimul... View More
- Take Attentin 10 at the same time every day to help you remember to take it.
- Your doctor will monitor your heart rate and blood pressure regularly while taking the medicine.
- It may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires concentration until you know how it affects you.
- Inform your doctor if you experience unusual changes in mood or behavior or suicidal thoughts.
- Do not stop taking medicine without talking to your doctor first.
Indication
Oral Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder Adult: Initially, 40 mg/day may increase gradually after at least 7 days to 80 mg/day, up to 100 mg/day ... View More
Administration
May cause additive effect when used w/ drugs that increase BP. May potentiate the effect of salbutamol on the CVS. May increase risk of cardiac events w... View More
Adult Dose
Monitor height and wt gain especially during the initial period of treatment; dose reduction or treatment interruption may be needed in children whose g... View More
Renal Dose
Atomoxetine hydrochloride selectively inhibits noradrenaline reuptake w/ minimal affinity for other noradrenergic receptors or for other neurotransmitte... View More
Contraindication
Oral Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder Child: >6 yr <70 kg: Initially, 0.5 mg/kg/day, may increase gradually to approx 1.2 mg/kg/day. Max: 1.4... View More
Mode of Action
May be taken with or without food. Swallow whole, do not open cap. Administer once daily in morning, with or without food
Precaution
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
Side Effect
Renal impairment: Dosage adjustment not necessary
Pregnancy Category Note
>10% Xerostomia (dry mouth) (21%),Headache (2-19%),Abdominal pain (7-18%),Decreased appetite (11-16%),Insomnia (2-15%),Cough (11%),Somnolence (11%),Vom... View More
Interaction
Angle-closure glaucoma. Not to be used with or within 14 days of discontinuing treatment with MAOIs.
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