Attentin 10 may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to yo...
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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.
UNSAFE
Attentin 10 may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Attentin 10 is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Attentin 10 is recommended.
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.
Medicine Overview of Attentin 10mg Capsule
Introduction
Attentin 10 is a medicine used in the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (a behavioral disorder in children marked by poor concentration, hyperactivity, and learning difficulties). It helps to improve attention span, concentration ...
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Uses of Attentin 10
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
Side effects of Attentin 10
Common
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 with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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-stimulant medicine.
Quick Tips
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.
Brief Description
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/da...
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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...
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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...
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Renal Dose
Atomoxetine hydrochloride selectively inhibits noradrenaline reuptake w/ minimal affinity for other noradrenergic receptors or for other neurotransmit...
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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...
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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
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