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Some of the common side effects of Strattera on ADHD children and teenagers are: Decreased appetite Upset stomach Mood swings Nausea Vomiting Tiredness For adults taking Strattera, the common noticeable side effects are: Decreased appetite Dry mouth Insomnia Problems in urinating Nausea Menstrual cramps Sexual dysfunctions such as ejaculation problems, decreased libido, and impotence These side effects can be relatively mild on adults, teenagers, and kids. However, in some cases, Strattera can have serious adverse reactions on certain patients. Serious side effects resulting from taking Strattera include sudden stroke and heart attack in adults, and suicidal thoughts and actions in some children and teenagers. Therefore, parents should be wary of the following signs in their children or teenagers when they are under Strattera medication: Trouble sleeping Panic attacks Agitation Impulsivity Aggressiveness Depression Restlessness Hostility Irritability Anxiety Mania Suicidal thoughts Heart-related problems Severe liver damage Psychotic symptoms such as being suspicious, hearing whispers and voices Increased blood pressure and heart rate Slowing of growth, height, and weight Trouble emptying the bladder Trouble starting or keeping a urine stream Increased blood pressure and heart rate Cases of sudden deaths of patients who have heart problems or heart defects have also been reported with the Strattera medication. It is not advised to abruptly stop taking Strattera medication when a patient is already at it. Doing so only poses great danger to the patient. Abrupt cessation has been shown to result to suicidal thoughts especially in children and adults. If your child is already on Strattera medication, it is essential that you follow the doctors advice on the dosage and time of taking the drug. If you want to stop the medication, consult your doctor and ask if there are other alternatives. The doctor may suggest a gradual cessation of the drug. Never stop it in your own accord. The side effects of Strattera are way too upsetting. If you are considering bringing your child to the doctor for medication, perhaps you can plan ahead and ask the doctor never to put your child under Strattera medication. You can ask for alternative treatments such as homeopathic remedies and herbal remedies, or you can choose diet therapy and other forms of alternative treatment. These natural treatments are safe for patients of any age. They are also proven to be effective in addressing the problem on ADHD. The best thing about these alternative treatments is that they do not bring along with them potential side effects that can only cause further harm and add discomfort to your child.
Article Source: http://www.bharatbhasha.net Article Url: http://www.bharatbhasha.net/humour.php/209395 Article Added on Saturday, January 30, 2010
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