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Strattera

atomoxetine · Non-stimulant

The first non-stimulant approved for ADHD: a norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor taken daily, building effect over weeks and covering around the clock. Not a controlled substance.

ClassNon-stimulant
Generic availableYes
Typical duration24 h
Est. monthly cost*$15–40

*Approximate U.S. cash price for a 30-day supply with a free discount card, mid-2026. Compare current prices on GoodRx.

Available strengths

10 mg · 18 mg · 25 mg · 40 mg · 60 mg · 80 mg · 100 mg

Coverage

24-hour coverage once established (2–6 weeks to full effect). Unlike stimulants, coverage doesn’t switch on and off the same day — the effect builds with consistent daily dosing.

Why there are no dose equivalents

Strattera works through a different mechanism than stimulants, so no conversion ratio exists between it and Adderall, Vyvanse, or Ritalin. Prescribers start at a standard dose and titrate by response — independent of any stimulant dose you were taking. The converter will tell you the same thing.

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Common questions

What strengths does Strattera come in?

Strattera (atomoxetine) is available in: 10, 18, 25, 40, 60, 80, 100 mg.

How long does Strattera last?

24-hour coverage once established (2–6 weeks to full effect).

Is there a generic Strattera?

Yes. With a free discount card, a typical 30-day supply runs about $15–40 without insurance.

Is Strattera a stimulant?

No. Strattera (atomoxetine) is a non-stimulant that works through a different mechanism, so there is no dose equivalence with Adderall, Vyvanse, or Ritalin — it is titrated on its own schedule and is not a controlled substance in the way stimulants are.

ReminderEducational reference, not medical advice. Dosing, switching, and stopping decisions belong with your prescriber.

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