Vyvanse
Vyvanse is a central nervous system stimulant. It affects chemicals in the brain and nerves that contribute to hyperactivity and impulse control. Vyvanse is FDA-approved to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in adults and in children who are at least 6 years old
If the Vyvanse dose is too high, kids may feel dull, not like themselves, or emotionally flat.
They may also become more anxious or jittery, suggesting the dose or medication may need adjustment.
The most common side effects of lisdexamfetamine are listed below, which vary depending on why lisdexamfetamine is prescribed. Tell your healthcare provider if you have any of these side effects that bother you.
Treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
- Decreased or loss of appetite
- Anxiety
- Weight loss
- Diarrhea
- Dizziness
- Dry mouth
- Irritability
- Trouble sleeping
- Nausea
- Stomach pain
- Vomiting
Treatment of Binge Eating Disorder.
- Dry mouth
- Trouble sleeping
- Decreased appetite
- Increased heart rate
- Constipation
- Feeling jittery
- Anxiety
There may be other side effects of lisdexamfetamine that are not listed here. Contact your healthcare provider if you think you are having a side effect of a medicine.
Lisdexamfetamine should be stored at room temperature, between 68 F to 77 F (20 C to 25 C). It can be exposed to temperatures between 59 F to 86 F (15 C to 30 C) for shorter periods of time, such as when transporting it.
Store it in a cool, dry, and safe place like a locked cabinet, in a tightly closed container.
Protect it from light.
Vyvanse typically lasts 10 to 14 hours. If taken at 7am,
it usually starts working around 9am and can remain active until 8pm or 9pm.
Lisdexamfetamine is available as Vyvanse and generic lisdexamfetamine in the following dosage forms that are taken by mouth.
10 mg, 20 mg, 30 mg, 40 mg, 50 mg, 60 mg, 70 mg oral capsules
10 mg, 20 mg, 30 mg, 40 mg, 50 mg, 60 mg chewable tablets