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Table 4 Adverse events recorded during the study among participants
| Adverse events | Total | Atomoxetine (n = 9) | Placebo (n = 8) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Insomnia | 7 | 5 (55.6%) | 2 (25.0%) |
| Anxiety/nervousness | 2 | 3 (33.3%) | 0 (0%) |
| Dry mouth | 3 | 3 (33.3%) | 0 (0%) |
| Dizziness | 5 | 2 (22.2%) | 3 (37.5%) |
| Fatigue | 4 | 2 (22.2%) | 2 (25.0%) |
| Nausea | 4 | 2 (22.2%) | 2 (25.0%) |
| Decreased concentration | 4 | 2 (22.2%) | 2 (25.0%) |
| Headache | 4 | 2 (22.2%) | 2 (25.0%) |
| Diaphoresis | 3 | 2 (22.2%) | 1 (12.5%) |
| Urinary retention | 2 | 2 (22.2%) | 0 (0%) |
| Increased energy, feeling 'high' | 2 | 2 (22.2%) | 0 (0%) |
| Paresthesia (tingling sensation) | 2 | 2 (22.2%) | 0 (0%) |
| Restless | 2 | 2 (22.2%) | 0 (0%) |
| Irritability | 2 | 2 (22.2%) | 0 (0%) |
| Sadness/low mood | 2 | 1 (11.1%) | 1 (12.5%) |
| Common cold | 2 | 1 (11.1%) | 1 (12.5%) |
| Diarrhea | 1 | 1 (11.1%) | 0 (0%) |
| Constipation | 1 | 1 (11.1%) | 0 (0%) |
| Sexual dysfunction | 1 | 1 (11.1%) | 0 (0%) |
| Chills | 1 | 1 (11.1%) | 0 (0%) |
| Tense | 1 | 1 (11.1%) | 0 (0%) |
| Feeling that time goes fast/speedy | 1 | 1 (11.1%) | 0 (0%) |
| Decreased appetite | 1 | 1 (11.1%) | 0 (0%) |
| Recklessness | 1 | 1 (11.1%) | 0 (0%) |
| Stomach pain | 1 | 1 (11.1%) | 0 (0%) |
| Fall | 2 | 0 (0%) | 2 (25.0%) |
| Sinusitis | 1 | 0 (0%) | 1 (12.5%) |
| Bladder infection | 1 | 0 (0%) | 1 (12.5%) |
| Heart palpitation | 1 | 0 (0%) | 1 (12.5%) |
| Other (assault, car accident) | 4 | 2 (22.2%) | 0 (0%) |
