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Page 13Adult ADHD: Fact or Fiction?© 2010 Pharmaceutical Education Consultants, Inc. unless otherwise noted. All rights reserved.Reproduction in whole or in part without permission is prohibited.Atomoxetine: Dosing for AdultsAtomoxetine Dosing Chartfor Children/AdolescentsStarting DoseTarget DoseMaximum Dose40 mg/day60-80 mg/day100 mg/dayWeight (lbs.) Start Dose Target Dose40-62 18mg 25mg63-93 25mg 40mg94-126 40mg 60mg127+ 40mg 80mgMaximum recommended total daily dose is1.4 mg/kg or 100mg-whichever is lessPharmCon is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy educationPharmCon is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy educationSpecial Considerations with Atomoxetine• Adolescents and adults need 24 hourcoverage• When switching from stimulant toatomoxetine, overlap stimulant use forfirst week of atomoxetine administration• Increase dose weekly until effective orside effects• Use if anxiety or D&A issues are present• Use if can’t tolerate stimulant2 nd Line Medications• Buproprion-use with comorbid depression• Tricyclic antidepressants: blood levels, ECGs• Alpha agonists: help with tics, hyperactivity,and impulsivity most• Use care in combining these with stimulants• Modafinil used occasionallyPharmCon is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy educationPharmCon is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education