Vyvanse

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Brand Name: Vyvanse

Generic Name: LisdexamfetamineDimesylate

Primary Use: Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Dosage Forms:

• Oral chewable tablets of 10mg, 20mg, 30mg, 40mg, 50mg and 60mg
• Oral capsules of 10mg, 20mg, 30mg, 40mg, 50mg, 60mg and 70mg

Common Side Effects:

• Headache
• Vomiting
• Nausea
• Deceased appetite
• Upper abdominal pain
• Decrease in weight

Less common side effects:

• Dry mouth
• Euphoria
• Paranoia
• Disassociation from oneself
• Crying
• Melancholy
• Impulsiveness
• Mood swings
• Drowsiness
• Movement or speech outbursts

How long should it be taken?

Since Vyvanse needs to be tapered, it is best used for as long as the prescribing doctor deems necessary.

Effectiveness:

• Vyvanse is significantly effective at the doses between 30 to 40 mg in both children and adults.
• Studies have proven that Vyvanse is safe and tolerable.
• Vyvanse has lower daily average consumption and therefore has less need for additional doses.
• It has also been claimed to have lesser abusive potential.