Strattera (Atomoxetine)

Yes, you can get a prescription for Strattera (or its generic, atomoxetine)online after a video consultation with a licensed psychiatry provider, if the provider decides that medication is an appropriate treatment for you. Simply sign up for Talkspace Psychiatry then you’ll be matched with a psychiatry provider licensed in your state. You’ll be able to schedule a video appointment with your provider usually within two weeks, often sooner. At your video appointment your psychiatry provider will ask questions about your symptoms and health history, and you can share your questions about medication and anything else. If your provider writes you a prescription for Strattera they will send it to a local pharmacy of your choice and you will pick up and pay for the medication at the pharmacy. You will have follow-up appointments with your provider every three months for ongoing medication management, to make sure Strattera is working for you and address any mental health needs.

No. Strattera (and its generic form, atomoxetine) is a prescription medication, so you cannot purchase it over-the-counter. You will need to have Strattera prescribed to you by a licensed provider who is able to prescribe medications, like a doctor or nurse practitioner. You can get a prescription for Strattera online through Talkspace after a video consultation with a licensed psychiatry provider, if the provider decides that Strattera is an appropriate treatment for you. 

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Common side effects of Strattera and its generic form, atomoxetine, are often mild, but can include heartburn, nausea, vomiting, weight loss, fatigue, constipation, mood swings, decreased sex drive, and more. Seek immediate medical attention if you experience adverse effects like pounding heartbeat, chest pains, dizziness, slow or difficult speech, shortness of breath, suicidal thoughts, arm or leg pain, hives, rash, yellowing skin, flu-like symptoms, and more. Strattera should be taken exactly as prescribed by your healthcare provider.

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Yes, you can get a Strattera prescription or refill from Talkspace, after a video consultation with one of our licensed psychiatry providers (assuming the provider determines that it is an appropriate treatment for you). Simply sign up for Talkspace Psychiatry then you’ll be matched with a psychiatry provider licensed in your state. At your video appointment your psychiatry provider will ask questions about your symptoms and health history. If you are already taking Strattera (or its generic form, atomoxetine) and simply want to continue with a renewal of your prescription or refill, your Talkspace provider can continue your prescription if they determine it is medically appropriate. You will have follow-up appointments with your provider every three months for ongoing medication management, to make sure Strattera is working for you and address any mental health needs.

Talkspace is in-network with most major health insurance plans, which means that when you have a video appointment with a Talkspace psychiatric provider to receive a Strattera (atomoxetine) prescription or refill, Talkspace will bill your insurance plan directly for your online prescription appointment and you will only have to pay a copay (typically around $15, though many covered members pay $0). You will pay for the medication itself when you pick it up from a pharmacy of your choice, and you can have the pharmacy bill your insurance plan for the medication.

The price you pay for Strattera (or its generic, atomoxetine) will depend on whether or not you’re paying with insurance and what your insurance copay is. The prices of prescription medications sometimes vary a lot by pharmacy, so to get the best price for Strattera you might want to look at websites like GoodRx and CostPlusDrugs. You should also contact your insurance company to find out the most affordable way to get your prescription for Strattera (atomoxetine). Some insurance companies charge less when you fill your prescriptions through their mail-order pharmacies.

Strattera (atomoxetine) is usually taken 1-2 times a day in tablet form. However, the form, dosage, and frequency will depend on your mental health condition and the treatment plan prescribed by your healthcare provider.

While not intended to treat mood, some studies have found that the drug may have some antidepressant properties and be beneficial in treating some symptoms of depression in people who have ADHD. However, Strattera can have a side effect of suicidal thoughts in some children and adolescents.

Strattera is a non-stimulant medication that increases norepinephrine levels in the brain. It can help treat your ADHD by reducing hyperactivity, distractibility, and impulsive behavior and increasing attention span.

Strattera is not a stimulant like Adderall. Strattera is in the class of drugs known as norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (NRIs) and has much less chance of abuse.

There are several different medications your psychiatrist may prescribe for ADHD.

Other medications for ADHD prescribed at Talkspace include:

• Guanfacine (Intuniv ER)

Strattera, also called atomoxetine, is a one of a category of medication called selective norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs). It is prescribed to treat attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) symptoms and works by changing how norepinephrine works in the body to reduce hyperactivity and distractibility, and increase attention span. Unlike some ADHD medications, Strattera is not a stimulant and is not a controlled substance. 

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