How to Treat Anxiety With Strattera
Strattera is the brand name for a non-stimulant drug manufactured by Eli Lilly and Company for treating attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in patients who are at least 6 years old. Because the drug is a non-stimulant medication, Strattera can have a calming effect that helps some patients achieve greater mental clarity to focus in their daily tasks. This is why this medication is sometimes used to treat anxiety. Talk to your doctor and discuss whether Strattera might be helpful for your condition.
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Talk with a doctor about your anxiety and discuss if a prescription for Straterra might be beneficial for you.
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Take Straterra in the morning with water as prescribed. The average daily dosage is 40 mg, though your doctor can prescribe a dose that best meets your specific needs.
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Do not skip a dose or make up for a missed one by taking more than what's prescribed. If you forget a dose, continue a normal schedule the following day. It's important to take the medicine regularly to achieve the calming effects, which occur with regular use.
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Talk to your doctor if you experience constipation, nausea, reduced appetite, problems urinating, dizziness, sleeplessness or sexual side effects.
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Avoid caffeinated drinks and alcohol while taking Straterra. Alcohol is a depressant that can worsen feelings of anxiety.
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Tips & Warnings
Do not take Straterra if you are using or have used any monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI)--drug used to treat depression-- within two weeks. If in doubt about your medications, talk to your doctor or the pharmacist who filled your prescription. Do not use Straterra if you have glaucoma.
