A 13-year-old child is started on atomoxetine (Strattera) for ADHD. The patient and his family should be taught about the peak plasma levels of the medication. He takes his medication at 07:00 AM
When will this medication reach its peak plasma level? A) 08:00 to 09:00 AM
B) 09:45 to 10:30 AM
C) 10:30 to 11:45 AM
D) 13:00 to 14:00 PM
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Atomoxetine is rapidly absorbed with peak plasma levels in 1 to 2 hours. If he takes the medication at 07:00 AM, it will peak at 08:00 to 09:00 AM.
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