Cite this article as: South, M. Atomoxetine (Strattera) and suicidality in children and adolescents, Don't Forget the Bubbles, 2013. Available at: http://doi.org/10.31440/DFTB.4110
Important warning from TGA re atomoxetine (Strattera) – most commonly prescribed for ADHD.
Serious adverse events reported to the TGA, including one case involving the death of a child, reinforce the importance of health professionals adequately informing parents and caregivers of the risks of suicidal ideation and behaviour in children and adolescents being prescribed atomoxetine (Strattera).
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Atomoxetine (Strattera) and suicidality in children and adolescents
South, M. Atomoxetine (Strattera) and suicidality in children and adolescents, Don't Forget the Bubbles, 2013. Available at:
http://doi.org/10.31440/DFTB.4110
Important warning from TGA re atomoxetine (Strattera) – most commonly prescribed for ADHD.
Serious adverse events reported to the TGA, including one case involving the death of a child, reinforce the importance of health professionals adequately informing parents and caregivers of the risks of suicidal ideation and behaviour in children and adolescents being prescribed atomoxetine (Strattera).
More at
http://www.tga.gov.au/hp/msu-2013-05.htm#atomoxetine
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