Attentra 10mg Capsule 14 ‘S

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About 

Attentra 10mg Capsule 14 ‘S is prescribed to patients who suffer from ADHD (attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder) while the medicine may not cure it, but is consumed to help alongside therapy, counseling, and other treatment procedures as well. Attentra 10mg Capsule 14 ‘S functions by increasing the quantity of chemical noradrenaline in the patient’s brain which stabilizes attention, impulsiveness, and hyperactivity in the patient’s brain and allows the patient to focus. 

Patients with conditions such as glaucoma, cardiac problems, low blood pressure, or liver problems are required to take special precautions before the consumption of this medicine Attentra 10mg Capsule 14 ‘S can be very harmful to some patients with heart problems as it may cause irregular or increased heartbeat, resulting into death in severe cases. The dosage prescribed depends on the patient’s physical and mental condition and reaction to medicine. 

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Indications 

Attentra 10mg Capsule 14 ‘S can be used to treat:

• ADHD

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Attentra 10mg Capsule 14 ‘S is a capsule that should be ingested with the help of a glass of water. It should not be crushed or chewed. If they come in contact with the powder, the patient is required to wash that area with water right away. 

Dosage

Adult Dosage

Initially, 40mg per day is given in the morning or divided doses. After 3 days of use, the dose is increased to 80mg per day and after 2-4 weeks it can be further increased to 100mg per day which is also the maximum dose. 

Pediatric dose

Children above the age of 6 with body weight below 70kg are to be given 500mcg/kg initially for a week which can then be increased according to response with the maintenance dose usually being 1.2mg/kg daily or increased to 1.8mg/kg. The maximum dose is 100mg per day.

Pregnancy Use And Lactation 

The effect of the medicine on pregnant women has been unknown as it has only been consumed by a limited number of pregnant women who have not reported any kind of harm. It is advised to only be prescribed to pregnant women when highly essential where benefits outweigh risks. 

It is unknown whether the Attentra 10mg Capsule 14 ‘S is excreted into breast milk or not and therefore the use of this medicine is usually avoided in nursing mothers. 

Precautions 

Caution is advised to patients with the following conditions before consuming the product:

• Suicidal thoughts
• high/low blood pressure (hypertension)
• Glaucoma 
• Heart problems 
• Severe mood swings 
• Allergic to components 
• Mania 
• Psychotic symptoms
• Bipolar disorder 
• Urinary retention
• Anxiety disorder

Contraindications 

Attentra 10mg Capsule 14 ‘S should be used with care in patients who have a history of

• Bipolar disorder 
• Hypertension 
• Allergic to components 
• Heart problems
• Cardiovascular attack
• Suicidal tendencies 
• Epilepsy or seizures 
• Hallucinations 
• Consumption of MAO inhibitors 

Interactions With Other Medicines 

• Antidepressants 
• Medicine for hypertension 
• Salbutamol
• iobenguane I 123
• isocarboxazid
• linezolid
• Phenelzine
• procarbazine
• rasagiline
• selegiline
• selegiline transdermal
• tranylcypromine

Adverse Effects 

Common Side Effects 

• Stomach upset 
• Nausea 
• Vomiting
• Decreased libido 
• Trouble sleeping 
• Dizziness 
• Drowsiness
• Menstrual cramps
• Dry mouth
• Difficulty urinating 
• Chest pain

Rare Effects 

• Dark urine 
• Jaundice 
• Hallucinations 
• Erection that lasts more than 4 hours 
• Yellow skin

How To Cope-Up With Effects 

Dry Mouth- Can be helped by sipping water throughout the day, chewing sugarless gum, and night’s rest and not overburden themselves for a few days.

Feeling drowsy – If the medication makes you feel drowsy or sleepy, stop what you’re doing and sit or lie down until you feel better, and do not rise too fast or immediately from a sitting or lying down position to a standing posture. Do not drive or use tools or machinery in case of any of these effects.

Headaches- In which case make sure you rest and drink plenty of fluids. Avoid the use of alcohol. Take a prescribed painkiller. Consult your doctor if the headaches last longer than a week or are severe

Feeling or being sick (nausea or vomiting) or diarrhea – Avoid eating rich or spicy food. It might help to take medication after food. If you’re sick, try drinking small, frequent sips of water.

Feeling dizzy (lightheaded) or weak –  If the medication makes you feel dizzy or weak, stop what you’re doing and sit or lie down until you feel better, and do not rise too fast or immediately from sitting or lying down position to a standing posture. Do not drive or use tools or machinery in case of any of these effects.

FAQ’s

Q1.HOW TO STORE Attentra 10mg Capsule 14 ‘S?

Attentra 10mg Capsule 14 ‘S is to be kept away from the reach of children, in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight and humidity as that tends to ruin certain drugs.

Q2. WHAT IF I TAKE TOO MUCH OF Attentra 10mg Capsule 14 ‘S?

In case of too much consumption by accident, kindly contact your doctor or nearby hospital right away. The amount of medication that can result in severe side effects varies from person to person. An overdose results in slowing down of heart rate and difficulty breathing accompanied by dizziness and fainting spells.

Q3. WHAT IF I MISS A DOSE OF Attentra 10mg Capsule 14 ‘S?

If you miss a dose of the medication, make sure you take it as soon as possible on that same day. If you don’t remember you missed the dose until the next dosage time or the next day, do not double the dose and take your medication as per schedule.

Q4.HOW IS Attentra 10mg Capsule 14 ‘S SUPPOSED TO BE TAKEN?

Attentra 10mg Capsule 14 ‘S is supposed to be ingested with the help of water orally. 

Q5. WILL Attentra 10mg Capsule 14 ‘S AFFECT MY SEXUAL ACTIVITY?

Yes. As Attentra 10mg Capsule 14 ‘S may lead to difficulty in maintaining an erection or cause a painful erection.

Q5. WHAT ARE COMMON SIDE EFFECTS CAUSED BY Attentra 10mg Capsule 14 ‘S?

Nausea, vomiting, decreased libido, drowsiness, and dizziness are some of the common side effects that patients might experience. 

Q6. WILL Attentra 10mg Capsule 14 ‘S AFFECT MY FERTILITY??

No, there isn’t sufficient evidence to suggest that patients experience a decrease in fertility.

Q7. CAN Attentra 10mg Capsule 14 ‘S CAUSE DIZZINESS? IF SO, HOW SHOULD I MANAGE IT?

Yes. It can cause dizziness as one of the most common side effects. If this happens, you should sit or lie down until the symptoms pass. However, please note this is temporary and usually goes away as the treatment continues. It is also advised to avoid the consumption of alcohol during your treatment, as it may worsen the dizziness.

Q8. DOES Attentra 10mg Capsule 14 ‘S CAUSE ADDICTION?

No. This drug has shown no evidence to prove addiction of any kind in any patient.

Q9.HOW LONG WILL I HAVE TO CONTINUE TAKING THE MEDICATION?

Attentra 10mg Capsule 14 ‘S is prescribed to be applied for 2-3 weeks or as advised by your doctor.

Q10. CAN I CONSUME ALCOHOL WITH Attentra 10mg Capsule 14 ‘S?

Alcohol is also known to lower your blood pressure which if taken with the medication may lead to extreme dizziness. It is best to avoid the intake of alcohol during your treatment.