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Vyvanse: 7 things you should know

Medically reviewed by Carmen Pope, BPharm. Last updated on Aug 31, 2023.

1. How it works

2. Upsides

3. Downsides

If you are between the ages of 18 and 60, take no other medication or have no other medical conditions, side effects you are more likely to experience include:

Note: In general, seniors or children, people with certain medical conditions (such as liver or kidney problems, heart disease, diabetes, seizures) or people who take other medications are more at risk of developing a wider range of side effects. View complete list of side effects

4. Bottom Line

Vyvanse is a stimulant used for the treatment of ADHD to reduce symptoms such as impulsiveness and hyperactivity and to increase attention. It can also help increase the number of binge-free days per month in moderate-to-severe Binge Eating Disorder (BED). Vyvanse should be used in addition to other treatments such as counseling or behavioral therapies, but it is important to note that it is potentially addictive and there have been reports of serious cardiac side effects in adults and children.

5. Tips

6. Response and effectiveness

7. Interactions

Medicines that interact with Vyvanse may either decrease its effect, affect how long it works, increase side effects, or have less of an effect when taken with Vyvanse. An interaction between two medications does not always mean that you must stop taking one of the medications; however, sometimes it does. Speak to your doctor about how drug interactions should be managed.

Common medications that may interact with Vyvanse include:

Avoid drinking alcohol or taking illegal or recreational drugs while taking Vyvanse.

Note that this list is not all-inclusive and includes only common medications that may interact with Vyvanse. You should refer to the prescribing information for Vyvanse for a complete list of interactions.

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Further information

Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use Vyvanse only for the indication prescribed.

Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

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