I am on disability and recently am on medicare. Medicare don't want to pay for the dosage my doctor is recommending. I have been on this medication for over 3 years and really like it. Are there any alternatives that are like - sisters - to Vyvanse?
Are there any alternatives to Vyvanse?
Question posted by Anonymous on 27 Oct 2011
Last updated on 16 May 2012
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cetteferge
28 Oct 2011
Hi minniemouse - Do you take Vyvanse for Adult ADHD? Since it is a stimulant of similar make-up, have you tried Dextroamphetamine? Or, Dextrostat? This is one of the meds that has been used for years for both ADHD, and to supplement actions of both depression meds. & bipolar meds. But, principally with ADHD. Also, can you see the Psychiatrist and ask for a med with similar characteristics? I'm also on disability, and Medicare pays for an ample supply of my Dextro, in 3 month batches. Good luck! J.
Inactive
28 Oct 2011
what about adderall or adderall xr? Made by the same company.
cetteferge
28 Oct 2011
Yes, absolutely. You're so smart, Miss Vonnie! Any of the stimulant are worth taking a look at since that's what has seemed to work so well thus far. xo to you, hon. Jillian
mfpdfibro
16 May 2012
My Vyvanse seemed to all of a sudden stop working so I asked to be switched to something similar and my psychiatrist then put me on adderall. It works great. No problems or side effects. Shame on Medicare for not paying for medications that people desperately need. Good luck to ya!
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