Qelbree

Generic name:viloxazine
Dosage form: extended-release capsules
Drug class:Adrenergic uptake inhibitors for ADHD

Medically reviewed by Judith Stewart, BPharm. Last updated on May 1, 2022.

What is Qelbree?

Qelbree is a prescription medicine used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in adults and children 6 years of age and older.

It is not known if this medicine is safe and effective in children less than 6 years of age.

Important information

Qelbree can cause serious side effects, including:

• Increased risk of suicidal thoughts or actions. Qelbree may increase suicidal thoughts and actions in children and adults with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), especially within the first few months of treatment or when the dose is changed.
  How can I watch for and try to prevent suicidal thoughts and actions?
  • Pay close attention to any changes, especially sudden changes in mood, behavior, thoughts, or feelings or if you or your child develops suicidal thoughts or actions. This is very important when Qelbree treatment is started or when the dose is changed.
  • Call your healthcare provider right away if you or your child has any new or sudden changes in mood, behavior, thoughts, or feelings, or if you or your child develops suicidal thoughts or actions.
  • Keep all follow-up visits with your healthcare provider as scheduled. Call your healthcare provider between visits as needed, especially if you have concerns about symptoms.

Call your healthcare provider or get emergency help right away if you or your child has any of the following symptoms, especially if they are new, worse, or worry you:

• • attempts to commit suicide
  • new or worse depression
  • feeling very agitated or restless
  • trouble sleeping (insomnia)
  • acting aggressive, being angry, or violent
  • an extreme increase in activity a.