HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Heart Palpitations, Chest Pain Above Nipple, Burning Sensation In Head After Starting Strattera. Medication Side Effects?

Ive been taking strattera for about a month now and am having some weird symptoms. Heart palps, chest pain almost on the left side of the sternum above the nipple , 3 second burning sensations that i feel deep in my head. All of this happens before bed and I get a feeling of falling that wakes me up right before I fall asleep. Cause for concern?
Fri, 15 Mar 2013
Report Abuse
General & Family Physician,  's  Response
Thank you for your query .
These symptoms you are experiencing may or may not be linked to Stratera use. I do not feel you should be overly concerned and at this stage there is no reason to discontinue the drug. I do however suggest that you have your doctor check your heart rate and blood pressure as the drug may affect these. Also remember that your liver functions need to be evaluated after 3-6 months on the drug. Many side effects due to drugs are of a transient nature and will disappear after continued use. I trust this information helps you.
I find this answer helpful

1 Doctor agrees with this answer

Note: For more detailed guidance, please consult an Internal Medicine Specialist, with your latest reports. Click here..
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Recent questions on Heart attack


Loading Online Doctors....
Heart Palpitations, Chest Pain Above Nipple, Burning Sensation In Head After Starting Strattera. Medication Side Effects?

Thank you for your query . These symptoms you are experiencing may or may not be linked to Stratera use. I do not feel you should be overly concerned and at this stage there is no reason to discontinue the drug. I do however suggest that you have your doctor check your heart rate and blood pressure as the drug may affect these. Also remember that your liver functions need to be evaluated after 3-6 months on the drug. Many side effects due to drugs are of a transient nature and will disappear after continued use. I trust this information helps you.