When and how do you approach prescribing viloxazine for patients with ADHD?
Viloxazine is a potent inhibitor of CYP1A2 and a weak inhibitor of CYP2D6 and CYP3A4. It should never be used within 2 weeks of an MAOI. I use significant caution when prescribing it with other psychotropic medications, as it can raise the levels of multiple other agents, including aripiprazole, dex...
Viloxidine (Qelbree) is actually one of my favorite medications for ADHD. It works especially well in that group of children (and adults) who I call the "chicken can't touch their rice people." You know, the patients with very mild neurodivergent traits that are not eligible for an autism diagnosis,...
The hardest part with this medication is usually getting insurance approval since it is branded, and making sure it is not interacting with other medications.
I have prescribed Viloxazine along with Risperidone, several SSRIs, but not with SNRI or Wellbutrin. I agree with @Dr. First Last.
Practically, I have prescribed in cases of ADHD who are unable to take or tolerate stimulants or atomoxetine, or even swallow atomoxetine, because viloxazine can be open...