Strattera (atomoxetine) is the first NON-stimulant approved for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in Canada
February 2005
Strattera (atomoxetine) is the first NON-stimulant approved for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in Canada.
Unlike stimulants used for ADHD (Ritalin, Dexedrine), Strattera isn't a controlled drug and won't likely be abused.
Strattera blocks the reuptake of norepinephrine, which regulates attention, impulsivity, and activity.
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