Atomoxetine as a treatment for attention déficit hiperactivity disorder: a literature review

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https://doi.org/10.59471/ijhsc2025271

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Atomoxetine, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Atomoxetine Hydrochloride, Adverse Effects, Efficacy

Abstract

Introduction: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is an increasingly common neurobiological disorder with some therapeutic variants. Atomoxetine is a non-stimulant, potent and selective inhibitor with a tendency to be used in this condition.
Objective: to analyze the results of Atomoxetine in terms of dependence and effectiveness in the symptomatic control of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.
Method: a search for information was carried out in the PubMed database using inclusion and exclusion criteria where 12 articles were analyzed, including case-control studies, clinical studies and randomized controlled trials. 
Results: a total of 12 articles were identified, 6 of which provided substantial information on the use of Atomoxetine, effectiveness, and risk/benefit versus placebos and stimulant pharmacotherapy. 
Conclusion: Atomoxetine is a safe and effective drug for the treatment of ADHD because of the low risk of dependence and side effects compared to other drugs already in use

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2025-01-01

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Sanchez Vasquez S, Estrin MA. Atomoxetine as a treatment for attention déficit hiperactivity disorder: a literature review. Interamerican Journal of Health Sciences [Internet]. 2025 Jan. 1 [cited 2024 Oct. 14];5:271. Available from: https://ijhsc.uai.edu.ar/index.php/ijhsc/article/view/271