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Attentrol 18 Capsule

Manufactured bySUN PHARMA LABORATORIES LTD
ContainsAtomoxetine
Description
Attentrol 18 Capsule is used for the treatment of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It is a condition associated with symptoms such as difficulty in paying attention, impulsiveness, and hyperactivity. This medicine improves your focus and reduces restlessness by regulating the activity of specific chemical messengers (neurotransmitters) in your brain. Attentrol 18 Capsule shows some common side effects like nausea, vomiting, decreased appetite, drowsiness, and constipation. Since this medication causes dizziness and drowsiness, you should avoid driving or doing anything that needs mental attention. Consult your doctor if you experience any mood swings or behavioural changes after taking this medicine. This medicine has the potential to raise your blood pressure; therefore, it is important to monitor your blood pressure on a regular basis. This medicine is not recommended for use in children less than 6 years of age. Attentrol 18 Capsule can be taken with or without food. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of this medicine. Take this medicine at the same time every day to get its maximum benefits. If you have any kidney, liver or heart problems, inform your doctor before taking this medicine. There is no evidence supporting the safety of Attentrol 18 Capsule during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Therefore, if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or are breastfeeding, make sure to consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Attentrol 18 Capsule

  • Heartburn
  • Loss of appetite
  • Dizziness
  • Constipation
  • Headache
  • Dry mouth
  • Nausea and Vomiting
  • Muscle pain
  • Sweating
  • Excessive tiredness
  • Chest pain
  • Difficulty in urination
  • Yellowing of skin and eyes

Uses of Attentrol 18 Capsule

What is it prescribed for?

  • Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    Attentrol 18 Capsule usually starts acting 1-2 hours of intake. It takes 1-2 weeks for you to see any positive changes and 4 to 6 weeks to see any significant changes.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which Attentrol 18 Capsule remains active in the body is around 30 hours.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Attentrol 18 Capsule.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Attentrol 18 Capsule should be avoided during pregnancy due to the risk of serious side effects on the baby. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy while taking this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    It is not known whether Attentrol 18 Capsule passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor for further guidance if you are breastfeeding.

Allergy

Attentrol 18 Capsule is not recommended for use if you have a known allergy to atomoxetine. Seek immediate medical attention if you experience any allergic reactions like itching, rashes, and swelling on the face and lips.

Narrow angle glaucoma

Narrow-angle glaucoma is a condition in which pressure inside your eyes increases. It happens due to fluid build-up caused by blocked drainage canals. Attentrol 18 Capsule is not recommended in people with narrow-angle glaucoma as it may increase the risk of mydriasis (a condition in which the pupil of the eye gets widened due to increased eye pressure).

Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOI)

MAOIs (monoamine oxidase inhibitors) are medications used to treat depression and other mental health conditions. Do not take Attentrol 18 Capsule with MAOIs or within two weeks after discontinuing MAOIs, as it can lead to life-threatening complications.

Pheochromocytoma

Pheochromocytoma is a tumour of the adrenal gland (an organ above your kidneys) which is often associated with symptoms such as high blood pressure, increased heartbeat, sweating, and headache. Attentrol 18 Capsule is not recommended if you are diagnosed or have a history of pheochromocytoma. This medicine may increase your blood pressure and heart rate which can worsen your condition.

Heart diseases

Attentrol 18 Capsule is not recommended if you have any heart problems. This medicine may worsen your condition by increasing your blood pressure and heart rate.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Attentrol 18 Capsule should be avoided during pregnancy due to the risk of serious side effects on the baby. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy while taking this medicine.

Breast-feeding

It is not known whether Attentrol 18 Capsule passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor for further guidance if you are breastfeeding.
General warnings

Driving or Operating Machinery

You may experience symptoms such as blurred vision, dizziness, sleepiness, tiredness, weakness, after taking Attentrol 18 Capsule. Avoid performing any tasks that need high mental attention, such as driving or operating machines.

Urinary Retention

Urinary retention is a condition in which you are unable to empty your bladder (the organ in which the urine is stored) completely. Attentrol 18 Capsule should be used with extreme caution if you have any urinary problems as this medicine can increase the risk of severe side effects such as urinary retention (difficulty in urinating and completely emptying the bladder) and urinary hesitancy (trouble starting to urinate).

Suicidal Tendency

Attentrol 18 Capsule may increase the risk of suicidal thoughts. If you are diagnosed with depression and other mental health conditions, take this medicine with caution.

Use in children

Attentrol 18 Capsule is not recommended for use in children less than 6 years of age since the safety and efficacy of its use are not clinically known.

Missed Dose

If you forget to take a dose of Attentrol 18 Capsule, make sure that you remember to take your next dose when it is due. Do not take two doses together to make up for a forgotten dose

Overdose

Never take more than the prescribed dose. If you suspect that you might have taken an overdose of Attentrol 18 Capsule, go to the emergency department of your local hospital.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine

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Azithromycin

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Clozapine

Dopamine

Disease interactions

Liver disease

Attentrol 18 Capsule should be used with extreme caution if you have a history of liver problems. This medicine breaks down in your liver and is excreted through urine. If you have a damaged liver, the medicine will get accumulated inside and lead to toxicity and can worsen your condition. Inform your doctor about any liver problems that you have. He will suggest tests to regularly monitor your liver function.

Kidney diseases

Attentrol 18 Capsule should be used with caution if you have a history of kidney problems. This medicine is excreted through urine. Using this medicine while you have kidney problems will lead to its accumulation. This can cause permanent damage to your kidneys and worsen your condition. Inform your doctor about your kidney problems. He will suggest tests to regularly monitor your kidney function.

Seizure disorders

A seizure is a condition in which there is uncontrolled body movement due to an electrical disturbance in the brain. Attentrol 18 Capsule should be used with caution if you have a history of seizures as it can lead to the onset or aggravation of seizure attacks.

Psychiatric disorders

Attentrol 18 Capsule should be used with extreme caution if you are diagnosed with any mental health conditions (a wide range of conditions that affect mood, behaviour and thinking). This medicine may aggravate symptoms of behaviour and thinking. If you experience any change in mood and behaviour during treatment with this medicine, consult your doctor.

High blood pressure

Attentrol 18 Capsule may lead to an increase in blood pressure which may cause heart attack and stroke (brain damage due to insufficient blood flow). Use this medicine with caution if you are suffering from hypertension (high blood pressure). It is recommended that you monitor your blood pressure and heart rate regularly when taking this medicine.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Attentrol 18 Capsule with or without food. Never take more than the prescribed dose. Take this medicine at around the same time every day to avoid missing the dose. Drink an adequate amount of water to avoid any stomach discomfort. Do not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor. Inform your doctor if you notice any unusual changes in your mood or behaviour, or if you have suicidal thoughts. This medicine is generally given as a single dose. Inform your doctor if the medicine makes you very drowsy. Your doctor may adjust the dosage to twice a day.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
Attentrol 18 Capsule works by increasing the levels of certain chemical substances in your brain that improves concentration and helps in controlling hyperactivity and impulsiveness.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

CNS stimulants, Selective norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI)

Schedule

Schedule H

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