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Last Updated: 8/24/2025

Qelbree (Viloxazine) Use in Special Populations

Considerations for Pregnancy, Breastfeeding, and Alternative Medications

  • The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists advises caution when considering Qelbree use during pregnancy or breastfeeding due to limited safety data 1, 2, 3
  • Alternative ADHD medications are preferred during pregnancy or breastfeeding due to limited safety data on Qelbree 1, 2, 3

Non-Stimulant Medication Options

  • The American Academy of Pharmacology and Therapeutics suggests considering viloxazine as a non-stimulant medication option when stimulants are ineffective or poorly tolerated 4