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Vyvanse - How fast does your tolerance build up, how do you recognize the signs & cope with it?
In september my doctor prescribed Vyvanse for my add and i started treatment at 30mg. The next week, she increased my dosage to 40mg and I stayed at that dosage until the end of october when i then went up to 60mg. The jump from 40mg to 60mg seemed to do the trick, my focus and energy were amazing,... read more
Is 150mg of Vyvanse too high of a dosage?
What I'm wondering is if 150mg Of Vyvanse is too high or even a dangerous dose for someone who has been prescribed Adderall XR (Varying doses) for five years and seems to have built a concerning high tolerance to amphetamines. Thanks!
Does Adult ADHD cause fatigue?
I was diagnosed with extreme Adult ADHD. I started taking Vyvanse and it worked great. I changed med plans and Vyvanse is really expensive now. I've tried Adderal, Concerta, Ritalin and now I'm taking Concerta and Ritalin. I'm tired all the time. Does anyone know anything about... read more
My son has taken Vyvanse for 2 years, can it cause anger issues?
My son is almost 8 he has adhd and has been on vyvanse for almost 2 yrs..but now I'm seeing a lot more anger issues in him..Now he is kicking people at school picking fights on the bus and mouthing off to us at home..when we tell him no he finds things to tear up..Does vyvanse cause anger... read more
My son is on vyvance and can not sleep!?
He started taking it in october and he is on 20mg. About 6 days ago he started having major problems sleeping!! Has anyone else had this problem that far along in treatment? Please help.
Vyvanse - Am I tired from not taking my medication everyday?
My doctor never told me I had to take Vyvanse every single day so on the weekends I may not take it. I decided today not to take it. I got up at 11am since I worked the night before and didnt get off work til 3am. By 1pm I was super tired and went to lay down for a nap and didnt get back up until... read more
Brand versus generic. Vyvanse or lisdexamfetamine?
This month when started today, she said she does not feel any relief. She said she has no energy, no focus no relief from shaky leg pain. I checked with the pharmacy to make sure it's the correct med.It is. Do other people feel the difference between the brand name to the generic?
Has Vyvanse ever been prescribed as treatment for depression?
I suffer from fibromyalgia, CFS, and acute depression and anxiety. I have tried a few small doses of Vyvanse, and to me it's like a miracle drug. I am not depressed, I have enough energy to get through the day, and while the fibromyalgia pain is still ever-present, I am better able to deal... read more
Vyvanse - Should you take Vyvanese before or after breakfast?
I am a 23 year old female, just starting Vyvanse. Adderall worked for a little but then my body got used to it. Now I am on Vyvanse, and would like to know if it works better on an empty stomach, or full stomach.
How difficult is it to be prescribed to Desoxyn?I've been through the whole list of meds for add?
The one that I've found to do "best" for me is adderall (generic) over ritalin n vyvanse. I'm also on Provigil because I'm so extremely exhausted all of the time. I also suffer from obesity, insomnia and bipolar among many other things (figures on the insomnia-dead tired... read more
I like Vyvanse but want more energy with the same effects?
it's weird, on Vyvanse. it returned my energy with a desire to do things, instead of being lazy. Now at 70 mg. I have patience to sit down and do my work, but no energy to go out and do things. I guess maybe that's as good as it going to get? I don't want to keep annoying my doctor... read more
Vyvanse - Does anyone else get mood swings?
I Have suffered from add since i was a kid and i have just started vyvanse for a few months. I have never been an angry person and since taking Vyvanse I have been so angry at everything and everyone. I went off it for a week and i was back to normal. i just want to know if anyone has suffered... read more
Vyvanse, Adderall, and Concerta... which one?
I have a 6 year old daughter about to go on medication for ADD. I have narrowed it down to the above 3 drugs. It seems like Vyvanse is the more popular drug, especially among children. Adderall seems to be more popular with adults. Also, Adderall XR is way cheaper. Does anyone have children taking... read more
Does anyone have breathing problems from Vyvanse?
I just started Vyvanse after years of Adderall, Only 1 week on Vynase 40 mg and I have a need to breathe deeper to catch my breath. First I had trouble falling to sleep but my dr told me to take it 2 hrs before I wake up. (lol in my sleep) no it just sounds funny I do wake up about 4am anyway so I... read more
Does taking Vyvanse cause you to have homosexuality thoughts?
My son has been taking Vyvanse for a long period and we come to realize that he is thinking homosexual thoughts. What can I do?
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