Strattera for ADHD User Reviews (Page 2)

• Wom...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 18, 2016

"Struggled with life at home, at work, with relationships. I have never taken stimulants, and I had anxiety and ADHD. Strattera has changed my life. Anxiety - gone. Attention - noticeably improved. This is a medication you have to be patient with. 1st 2 weeks - felt like I was going to pass out of pure exhaustion, constipation, felt zero improvement (40mg). 3rd week - anxiety amazingly disappeared (60mg). Realized my confusion was, in fact, anxiety (not lack of intelligence). Job performance - started seeing noticeable improvement to the point where I was amazing myself. Obsessive thoughts - gone. Can sit in my seat for longer periods of time and easily tackle many tasks like it's a piece of cake! Handle stress with ease."

• Cun...
• March 19, 2017

"Female, 28, and have been on Strattera for 5 months and it has changed my life. Went back to college to finish my high school degree after having dropped out in year 9 due to pure inability to focus. I was always in a daydream before this med. Motivation is increased 10-fold. I also had panic attack disorder with half a dozen panic attacks every day. About 3 weeks into this med and the anxiety lifted. Anxiety is 100% gone. No other med in my life has ever done that, not even actual anxiety medications. I'm more social, have more energy, and general satisfaction with life. I am so happy with this medication and truly believe this is an absolute miracle medication. I think this medication is more for people who have ADHD-PI."

• eda...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 16, 2021

"I’m a 28-year-old male. I’ve had ADHD since my childhood without hyperactivity. I tried Concerta, Ritalin, and other psychostimulants - it was a disaster, I felt like a drugged zombie. After a while without using any medication, I wanted to try Strattera to boost my productivity. Everything got worse since I started using it. It’s been 2 months now. I lost interest in everything and became severely depressed. I’ve had trouble sleeping. Social interactions became weird. I started turning inward and feel shy all the time. So I stopped seeing people for a while thinking it would pass. It didn’t. Ever since, it’s been downhill, my libido is at a dead point, my relationship with my girlfriend took a big hit, I lost my job, and things I used to enjoy seem to make me feel indifferent now. The only positive thing is I’m less hungry now, I feel less tired during the day, and I am a bit more focused while working. Otherwise, it’s been a nightmare. I stopped the treatment today."

• Mat...
• January 19, 2016

"I've been on every ADHD medication under the sun. After heavily abusing Adderall and lying to my doctors, I broke out in a huge body rash that went all the way up to my face. I didn't like the way Adderall made me feel. Like a zombie. I was wide awake, felt euphoric, but I didn't do anything. I just sat there for hours chain smoking while on my phone. I decided to try Strattera. I love it! It does everything Adderall did minus the tweaky stimulant effect. And, I can't abuse it :) My ADHD is under control, my depression disappeared, and I feel like myself again."

• Joh...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 12, 2024

"Big hint for everyone who is starting to take this medication: no caffeine and nicotine. I've been trying to hop on three times, but the first two I failed because of side effects. I couldn't sleep, heart was pumping, and my mood was not in the right place. This time I completely stopped taking caffeine and like magic - my sleep is better than ever, I quit smoking - my heart feels way better. It looks like Strattera makes caffeine and nicotine way stronger, so just stop and you'll see a miracle :)"

• liz...
• January 19, 2024

"26f (45kg), inattentive ADHD. Started on 25mg for one month, then raised to 40mg for one week now. At first, had bad insomnia and didn't notice any improvement. Then, the first thing I noticed (3 weeks in) was mood improved. I normally cry a lot, but I haven't cried since taking these meds. Relationships with friends and family have improved. Then, I noticed tasks have become easier to do than before. I can sit down and read, focus on conversations, and people have been responding to me more positively at work. The change is gradual and subtle, but I am very pleased with how normal this medication makes me feel. I would say my quality of life is improving significantly. I feel in control. I will titrate up to 60 eventually and probably stay on that dose. The only negative side effect is I'm having a hard time maintaining my weight. Even though I eat 3 meals a day, I keep losing weight :(. I still feel hungry, but maybe I'm eating less than normal without realizing."

• Ann...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• March 20, 2014

"I wanted to do an updated review on this medication. I am in my 9th month of taking it, and before Obamacare, I ran out a few times, and the effects were very noticeable. Even though it is not supposed to have classic SSRI withdrawal symptoms, I still had severe brain zaps. I have my script filled, and I am back on it. I am such a better worker, listener, and planner on this medication. I am a better version of myself. Love it! I take 40mg a day, 60mg was too much. I am 160 lbs tall female, 34 y.o."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 4, 2012

"I love Strattera! I'm a 31-year-old woman with ADHD that has gone untreated my whole life. I finally got tested and diagnosed with ADHD, and after doing lots of research, I decided to try Strattera. This is the first and only thing I've tried for ADHD, and I love it. I've been taking 40mg for two months and I've noticed a significant improvement in my ability to focus on and complete tasks without feeling distracted. It has calmed me down, and I don't feel as edgy and agitated anymore. I'm able to control my emotions more and feel happier and more at ease. So glad I moved forward with this!"

• Sha...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 31, 2020

"Sharing my experience and hoping other people will comment things they had in common with my experience. My doctor started me on 40mg of Strattera. The first few days I had so much energy. I cleaned my house at 5 am on my day off for no reason. About 2 weeks in, I started to feel drowsy. Anxiety has decreased a bit, but I feel tired in the mornings when I take it. My doctor is now saying she wants to up my dose to 80mg and that it won’t make me tired. I started taking the 40mg at night, and it not only makes me tired but also makes me agitated, and I can’t sleep."

• Kat...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 31, 2024

"Started 40 mg of Strattera 5 months ago. I'm 61 years old and newly diagnosed. My symptoms got way worse after having sepsis. No side effects. After 2 days, my brain was calm, no constant chatter! This is awesome and weird to say the least. It has helped me focus so much, decision-making is easier, no more panic attacks. I can separate and ignore the conversations going on around me, so much easier to be around a group of people and go to restaurants. This has been life-changing. I was told decades ago I had anxiety/panic disorder, but the meds never controlled it. Since I started the Strattera, my anxiety has gone from a daily 8/10 to 1/10. No more waking up with a tense body. And I have had no panic attacks!"

• dot...
• December 30, 2011

"I have been on Strattera for over a year now. I will be 50 in July. This medicine works well for me. My thought patterns were like a slot machine with three or more thoughts going through my head at one time. Now my brain is quiet. It's amazing. I sleep well because I can turn off my thoughts. I have lost over 50 lbs. due to side effects at first, but now it's because I find that I focus on what I put in my mouth. It is nice to be able to wear skinny clothes again. I only need to lose about 30 more. Try this medication. I can't imagine not ever taking it. It has been a blessing."

• Mat...
• January 5, 2020

"At 34, I started Ritalin. It had up & down effects. At 46, I began Strattera. Hated it. Gained 35 lbs, anxiety soared, was fatigued & lethargic. My current dose is 60mg 2x/day. I never lost weight, but I feel normal. I don't limit caffeine intake. I drink tea, no coffee. Anxiety & depression are better with Strattera. Just added 40 mg Adderall as menopause dulls the effect of Strattera. It has caused high BP & urinary retention. Yet I haven't stopped Strattera in 14 yrs as the alternative is dysfunction. With my daily dose (120 mg) over the max, changing insurance & MDs involves much hoop jumping. Cost of Strattera (& generics) is very high. Some generics are not as effective. Overall, give it time to become fully effective, carefully weigh pros and cons, don't expect to eliminate all ADD behaviors, set realistic behavioral goals, & closely monitor self. The med is NOT a panacea, it is one tool on the journey to living as your authentic self."

• Ver...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• October 7, 2013

"I am pretty much in love with Strattera. I am a 19-year-old female and was diagnosed with ADD around 8 months ago. The difference between my life on and off Strattera is huge. When I'm on it, I am so motivated and focused. I have a plan for every day of my life, and though I don't always get everything done on my list for the day, I at least try to be productive and I at least care about getting things done. When I'm not on it, I am a complete blob. I care very little about being productive and have issues even getting out of bed. Like, I will literally stay in bed all day. The only persistent side effect that I've experienced is dry mouth. If I miss a dosage and then take it again, I get super drowsy, but that goes away after a day."

• HAS...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• April 24, 2017

"Strattera has changed my life, my relationships, and the way I feel about myself. This drug takes time to get into your system, mine took about 2 months, with some uncomfortable side effects at first, but once you overcome those, this medicine truly works. The problem is most people just want to jump to the next drug. I feel like a normal human being, I'm no longer extremely reactive, irritable, irrational, and emotionally all over. I have found to be emotional yet stable (I'm not just some zombie). I am not constantly making impulse decisions. I have improved my relationships with my family and friends and finally feel like myself and have control over my life. So great to finally feel and I hope many others find the same happiness. Female 21"

• sal...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 26, 2024

"As someone who has been on just about every ADHD med: Ritalin, Concerta, Vyvanse, Adderall, etc., I can confidently say Strattera is my all-time favorite. I just feel like myself on it, but it cured my ADHD and rewired my brain. I feel like a new person now. No side effects except that I am sleepy if I sit still too long, but it's a good trade for life-crippling ADHD. It probably has bad reviews because people don't give it a fair 3 months to work. It takes a lot of patience and the initial stage is rough (lots of side effects), but it's 100% worth it."

• jal...
• January 25, 2010

"I am 65 years old and have been dealing with a learning disability all my life. However, only recently, a clinical psychologist whom I went to for some testing recommended Ritalin and Adderall, which caused unpleasant side effects. Then, I tried Strattera 40 mg. Strattera has been the drug that works for me. I am definitely more focused and can stay on task when reading a book or newspaper article without anxiety and frustration of having to reread the same paragraph. I have always been treated with Paxil for anxiety attacks over the years, but this drug seems to work better. I am happy to feel more focused, interested, and engaged in everything I do. Being with my kids is more enjoyable for me. I embrace these feelings."

• Ton...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• October 11, 2023

"This is a miracle medication. I've been taking Strattera for 4 years now and it changed my life. I started on 40 mg/day and it first took around a month before I noticed the effects. I went from having a hard time focusing on tasks to being hyper-focused in such a way that it was almost scary. In the first months, the side effects were being sleepy and losing weight, and not feeling as much hunger, but on the same time, it was worth it because I could focus on conversations and reading and being more organized overall. The side effects progressively went lower, it took months to see the bright side. My doctor lowered the dose to 25 mg/day and I feel less sleepy now. The reason I took Strattera is because I have ADHD and bipolar and I had tried stimulant ADHD drugs and those did not work for me at all, they gave me manic episodes and made me even more agitated than I was before taking these. But Strattera, which is a non-stimulant ADHD drug, never gave me such terrible effects."

• Anonymous
• March 12, 2009

"I was prescribed this medicine, 40mg twice a day. I read a lot of information before deciding to take this. I am a 40-year-old Black female and have had struggles for many years while in school. I decided to go back to school and also tried this to see if there was a difference. It takes a while before you notice a change in the ability to focus. When earning my 1st degree, I struggled in school, probably all my life. While on Strattera, I could sit and study for hours and not be distracted. I went from struggling to earn C's, maybe a B, to earning A's and maybe a B. I actually understood what I was studying and didn't feel like doing 3-4 other things at the same time. I stopped taking it because of an EKG that showed an irregular heartbeat. A side effect."

• goa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 24, 2019

"I've been on 25mg Strattera for around 10 days and it is starting to feel like an 'on' switch hit my brain. I can almost write computer programming code again with ease after I was practically crippled."

• ano...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 5, 2019

"Started taking this medication and was bummed out about it not working for a month, and then all of a sudden, week five and I can feel a difference. It's a much cleaner energy to me than Adderall, with Adderall I can't sleep at night, I grit my teeth, and am almost manic. Strattera is the complete opposite, I can read a book, work on homework and such. Definitely worth the wait... and no comedowns, steady medicine."

• Chr...
• December 20, 2019

"I was taking Concerta but had to go down from 54mg to 30mg because of side effects. With Concerta, I was saying everything that was on my mind and I still could not concentrate enough as my mind was all over the place. I read somewhere that combining Concerta with Strattera has helped control more ADHD symptoms for some. Started 2 weeks ago on 18mg, and co-workers appreciate. It really gives me the couple of seconds to think about what I'm about to say, improved working memory, and I take it at night since it lasts almost 24 hours, when I wake up, it is easier and I get to work ahead of time. Starting on 25mg today and if still good, will not try and up the ante. Too much meds give you side effects. So my goal is to be just OK, good enough to be a functional human being. Will let you know how it goes. I started with Strattera, now on the generic Pro Doc. Will tell you if I see a difference."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• February 8, 2020

"I have been on Strattera for about 6-7 years now! I had developed a viral infection which caused disability in my legs, arms, and most of all, my brain. It can have some bad side effects. The best thing I have experienced from this prescription is that it's a very effective pill! It helps me focus more, relax, and control mood swings. When I need to focus or calm my anxiety down, I can rely on this medication. I have been on this medication for about 8 years now, and I'm 21 going on 22! A very effective medication!"

• Tyl...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• July 10, 2023

"I've been on this medicine for 6 years and it worked so well since I first started it. It helped me a lot with my ADHD and behavior problems, and I did not have any side effects. I've tried stimulants, but they either wear off too quickly or don't work. This medicine should be prescribed to a lot of people, and it is not as addictive as stimulants like Vyvanse and Adderall. My mom started taking it too, and it helped her too."

• Mag...
• November 4, 2020

"I've been on Strattera for about 2-2.5 months. Started at 40mg dose and am now on 100mg. Whenever I start or increase the dose I get side effect symptoms of bad headaches & heartburn. Dry mouth is pretty bad but I was on Wellbutrin for years and had dry mouth then too so I'm sort of used to it. I've been on my 100mg dose for 5 days and I'm feeling really shaky on it. I have also been quite tired throughout. It's almost like being jet-lagged for 2 months straight. I'm very much looking forward to something different. I have felt zero psych effects. No increased focus, memory, nothing. I think my doc simply wants to ensure we've given it our best shot before moving on to something else since I'm tolerating it ok. I'm 38 yr old female recently diagnosed ADHD inattentive."

• ver...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 14, 2015

"I have been on Strattera for 5 weeks now. I'm 48 years old and have been treated for bipolar and anxiety disorders since the age of 19. I have tried dozens of med combinations and have been hospitalized a few times when unable to cope. This last time, a therapist suggested it may be ADHD, and the doctor put me on 40mg. It's a night and day difference. I have never in my life had this kind of clarity and focus, and other than dry mouth and a bit of a lost appetite side effect, which is much better than past combinations."