Atomoxetine (
Strattera - Lilly), a nonstimulant drug that is not a controlled substance, was approved by the FDA in early 2003 for the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). At that time, The Medical Letter concluded that it was unclear whether atomoxetine was as effective as stimulants such as methylphenidate (
Concerta, and others) (
Medical Letter 2003; 45:11). Since then, the drug has been heavily advertised directly to the public for use in both children and adults....
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Title: Atomoxetine (Strattera) Revisited
Publication: The Medical Letter on Drugs and Therapeutics
Issue #: 1189
Article Code: 1189a
Date: August 16, 2004
Volume: 46
Page: 65