Strattera

• Side effects in adults may include:
  Abnormal dreams, abnormal orgasms, appetite loss, chills, constipation, diminished sex drive, dizziness, dry mouth, ejaculation disorders, erection problems, fatigue or sluggishness, fever, headache, hot flushes, impotence, indigestion, insomnia, gas, menstrual problems, muscle pain, nausea, palpitations, prostate inflammation, sinusitis, skin inflammation, sleep disorder, sweating, tingling, urinary problems, weight loss

Why should Strattera not be prescribed?

Do not take Strattera within 2 weeks of taking any drug classified as an MAO inhibitor, such as the antidepressants Nardil and Parnate. The combination can cause severe—even fatal—reactions, including symptoms such as high fever, rigid muscles, rapid changes in heart rate, delirium, and coma.

You should also avoid Strattera if you have narrow angle glaucoma (high pressure in the eye), or if the drug causes an allergic reaction.

Special warnings about Strattera

Strattera can speed up the heart and boost blood pressure. Use it with caution if you have high blood pressure, a rapid heart rate, heart disease, or any other circulation problem.

On the other hand, Strattera can also cause an attack of low blood pressure when you first stand up. Use it with caution if you have a condition, such as severe dehydration, that can cause low blood pressure.

Strattera should be discontinued if you develop signs of liver damage, including jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes), dark urine, flu-like symptoms, and/or itchy spots. See your doctor at the first sign of these symptoms for testing and possible treatment options.

If your child has ADHD and is becoming increasingly aggressive or hostile, this may be caused by Strattera. Contact your doctor immediately for proper evaluation.

Because Strattera sometimes causes sluggishness, be careful when operating machinery or driving until you know how the drug affects you.

Possible food and drug interactions when taking Strattera