Assessing Strattera: Is It Safe?

Strattera is used to treat children for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder or ADHD. Serious psychiatric side effects have come under scrutiny and are being assessed by the Australian federal government. .

Strattera was the probable cause of one child's explosive mood swings and erratic behavior, including an attempt to open the door of a moving car. Strattera is also implicated in aggressive outbursts by a 12-year-old, in which she ripped out her fingernails.

Possible Strattera side effects include suicidal thoughts, agitation, and serious physical problems such as growth retardation, weight loss, chest pains, and swollen testicles. (Yahoo)