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Vyvanse Patient Tips

Medically reviewed by Carmen Pope, BPharm. Last updated on Aug 12, 2025.

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 used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in adults and children 6 years and older, and moderate to severe binge eating disorder (BED) in adults. Insomnia, decreased appetite, stomach pain, irritability, nausea, and dry mouth are the most common side effects reported, and, rarely, it may cause serious cardiac side effects. Vyvanse has a high potential for abuse and dependence and tolerance to its pharmacological effects may develop over time.

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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