Compare Strattera vs. Kapvay
Head-to-head comparisons of medication uses, side effects, ratings, and more.
Helps you focus and stay alert.
Strattera (Atomoxetine) isn't considered a first-line medication for ADHD, but since it isn't a stimulant, it's still highly recommended.
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3.2/ 5 average rating with 94 reviewsforStrattera
Treats attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.
Kapvay (clonidine) is one of the few medicines for ADHD that isn't a stimulant and not addictive, but it can lower your blood pressure.
Upsides
- One of the few medications used to treat ADHD that's not a stimulant.
- It isn't a controlled substance.
- Strattera (Atomoxetine) is used in combination with counseling or other non-drug therapies to treat ADHD.
- You usually only need to take it once a day.
- Can be used alone or together with a stimulant-type medicine to treat ADHD.
- Also treats blood pressure and some nervous system and psychiatric conditions.
- Kapvay (clonidine) is available in generic.
Downsides
- It's a second-line medication used to treat ADHD. Other medications are usually tried first.
- It's only available as a brand name medication, so it can be expensive.
- Kapvay (clonidine) is not a first choice medicine to treat ADHD.
- Kapvay (clonidine) can make you feel very dizzy or cause low blood pressure.
- Stopping Kapvay (clonidine) suddenly can cause your blood pressure to jump and your heart to beat very fast.
- It can take up to two weeks of taking Kapvay (clonidine) to notice any changes in behavior.
- Kapvay (clonidine) has to be swallowed whole, which can be hard for some children to do.
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Dosage forms
- Pill
- Extended release
Price
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Reviews
94 reviews so far
46%
saidit'sworth it
32%
saiditworked well
24%
saidit'sa big hassle
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Side effects
30possible side effects
- Nausea26%
- Dry mouth20%
- Decreased appetite16%
- Insomnia15%
- Changes in heart rate or blood pressure10%
- Fatigue10%
- Constipation8%
- Dizziness8%
- Somnolence8%
- Erectile dysfunction8%
- Abdominal pain7%
- Urinary hesitation6%
- Irritability5%
- Dyspepsia4%
- Vomiting4%
- Abnormal dreams4%
- Ejaculation delayed and/or ejaculation disorder4%
- Hyperhidrosis4%
- Palpitations3%
- Chills3%
- Paraesthesia3%
- Libido decreased3%
- Sleep disorder3%
- Dysmenhorrhea3%
- Hot flush3%
- Feeling jittery2%
- Thirst2%
- Weight loss2%
- Dysuria2%
- Any sexual side effect2%
12possible side effects
- Sleepiness19%
- Fatigue14%
- Headache7%
- Upper abdominal pain7%
- Decreased appetite6%
- Dizziness5%
- Insomnia4%
- Aggression2%
- Mood changes2%
- Emotional disorders2%
- Irritability2%
- Stuffy nose2%
Risks and risk factors
- Suicidal thinking
- Age below 18
- Liver disease
- Serious or life-threatening cardiovascular events
- History of heart problems
- Aggressive behavior and psychosis
- History of psychotic episodes
- History of Bipolar Disorder
- Prolonged erection
- Problems with urination
- Long-term growth suppression
- Starting Strattera (Atomoxetine) before puberty
- Low blood pressure and low heart rate
- Sleepiness
- Taking with alcohol
- Taking other medicines that make you less alert
- High blood pressure
- Stopping Kapvay (clonidine) suddenly