Hi all, this is all new to me, and I'm a little apprehensive about taking this medication. I have slight anxiety and panic issues, with this exacerbate this? Also, is it possible to get some feedback on Vyvanse? I've been researching via internet, but am interested in personal experiences with this drug. I've been struggling with ADHD my whole life and as I said, am newly diagnosed and am hoping this is the medication for me. Any feedback would be greatly appreciated! And thank you in advance!
Newly diagnosed 43 year old woman with adult ADHD and starting Vyvanse 40 mg tomorrow?
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- 11 Oct 2012 by jadedmisfit
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- 27 Feb 2014
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- vyvanse, anxiety, panic disorder, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (adhd), generalized anxiety disorder, medication
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Anonymous
15 Oct 2012
Hi jademisfit, & welcome to the site. I personally don't have experience with vyvanse, but am giving you a link to read about it, & to tell you that many of our members take this drug with great success. It is my understanding aaltho' that it will take some time for this drug to be effective so don't give up on it right away. At the end of the link are other lists including a support group for people taking this drug. This might also be helpful to you. Wishing you the best...
https://www.drugs.com/vyvanse.html
anacrusis
18 Oct 2012
I am glad to see that it is working for you. The trouble with Vyvanse and many of the stimulant drugs is that their effectiveness wears off in some people over time causing crashes and anxiety issues and whatnot. However, staying with as low doses as possible will help you greatly with anxiety issues and whatnot. Another issue that I see with many Vyvanse, Adderall, Dexedrine, etc. users is that their dietary habits change since it gets suppressed. This change leads to problems for many people and they begin to hate the drug because of it, however, if you maintain proper nutrition (high protein meals, especially breakfast and dinner) you should feel the initial effects for a very long time and should not require an increase in dose. The reason why high protein diets help is due to the amino acid, l-tyrosine, commonly found in high protein foods. L-tyrosine is the amino acid that eventually turns into chemical in your brain called dopamine which is what Vyvanse acts on. So as long as you have plenty of dopamine, you will feel the concentration effects of Vyvanse.
In regards to you feeling better than you have most of your adult life, this could be due to the euphoria inducing effects that you initially feel when you first start out Vyvanse; Vyvanse's active ingredient (lisdextroamphetamine) is an amphetamine, more commonly known as "speed" on the streets. Once your body regulates, this euphoria might go away.
Good luck and if you have any questions do not hesitate to ask!
44oakrdr
27 Feb 2014
I am not this medication but have considered being tested for ADHD because the more I read on it and esp. peoples stories the I relate to it, and I you like to thank you for you explanation on this it was very well understood, to me. If I do get tested and they offer me this medication I will know all about to, nice.
Truly,
Thanks
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Thank you very much, Mary!
You are very welcome!
Hi Mary,
I've been on 40 mgs of vyvanse for 2 days now, and it seems to be working. So far, it hasn't affected my anxiety, that I can recognize, anyway. I feel better than I have most of my adult life! My thoughts aren't fragmented and racing. I'm not as physically and emotionally restless. I notice a slight 'comedown' effect when the Vyvanse is wearing off, but no depression or physical discomfort. It seems to just subtley fade away.
A few things to mention that are mild side effects. Dry mouth, more than usual urination, and a slight effect on my sleeping and eating. Hopefully I'll aclimate to the latter soon.
Again, thanks so much for the link, advice and helpfullness. I truly appreciate it.
JM
No problem, & I'm glad you are feeling better. I think the side effects will get better as you get used to the medication. Dry mouth is awful & lot of drugs can cause it. There is a product called biotene which can be brought at any drug store that will help with that. I personally just chew sugarfree gum. It helps alot. Good luck & stay in touch..Mary