Comparing Dexmethylphenidate vs Lisdexamfetamine
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Prescription only
Dexmethylphenidate improves symptoms of ADHD but carries with it a risk of dependence. It is twice as potent as methylphenidate. Prescribed for Auditory Processing Disorder, ADHD. Dexmethylphenidate... View more |
Prescription only
Lisdexamfetamine is a stimulant that may be used for the treatment of ADHD and BED; however, its use is limited by its risk of dependence, withdrawal syndrome, and potential for serious cardiac... View more |
Related suggestions ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)
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| More about Dexmethylphenidate | More about Lisdexamfetamine | ||||||||||||||||
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Dexmethylphenidate has an average rating of 6.1 out of 10 from a total of 300 ratings on Drugs.com. 49% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 32% reported a negative effect. |
Lisdexamfetamine has an average rating of 7.5 out of 10 from a total of 1096 ratings on Drugs.com. 66% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 16% reported a negative effect. |
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| Side Effects Experienced by Users Side effects are reported in Drugs.com user reviews and not clinically verified. | |||||||||||||||||
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Lower cost generic |
Lower cost generic |
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| Half Life Drug half-life is the time required for plasma concentration to reduce to half its original value. | |||||||||||||||||
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3 hours |
1 hour |
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| CSA Schedule 1 View glossary of CSA terms | |||||||||||||||||
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High potential for abuse
Has a high potential for abuse. Has a currently accepted medical use in treatment in the United States or a currently accepted medical use with severe restrictions. Abuse may lead to severe psychological or physical dependence. |
High potential for abuse
Has a high potential for abuse. Has a currently accepted medical use in treatment in the United States or a currently accepted medical use with severe restrictions. Abuse may lead to severe psychological or physical dependence. |
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Category C
Risk cannot be ruled out
See the full pregnancy warnings document. |
Category C
Risk cannot be ruled out
See the full pregnancy warnings document. |
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| Drug Interactions | |||||||||||||||||
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A total of 204 drugs are known to interact with Dexmethylphenidate:
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A total of 396 drugs are known to interact with Lisdexamfetamine:
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No known alcohol/food interactions. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider. |
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November 13, 2001 |
February 23, 2007 |
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N/A |
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1 The Controlled Substances Act (CSA) schedule information displayed applies to substances regulated under federal law. There may be variations in CSA schedules between individual states.
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