The Vyvanse Dance
 This article is a general view of Vyvanse for comparison with other available ADHD medications. I have taken all of the information in the published medical manuals and text books and summarized it for your convince.
I am not a doctor. Talk to a one for any real advice.
Vyvanse is an ADHD medication that has been on the market since 2007. This newer breed has active ingredients to treat the symptoms of ADHD and...
As an added bonus they formulate these new ADHD drugs to be longer acting and (here is the special part) more resistant to abuse. ADHD medication Abuse is a growing problem and the companies are doing what they can to make these drugs safer and less attractive to misuse or abuse.
General Information
Other names:
Lisdexamfetamine (L-lysine-D-amphetamine)
Available in:
Capsules in 20 mg, 30 mg, 40 mg, 50 mg, 60 mg, 70 mg. Why it is prescribed:
Used as a treatment for ADHD. How it works:
Like the other amphetamine based ADHD Medications the mode of therapeutic action of Vyvanse in ADHD is not known. This drug is thought to allow the chemicals in our brain that make us feel good, to stay in action longer. When you take this drug it will clear your mind and lessen the symptoms of ADHD. This drug affects systems in the body in a short term manner. The body will alter itself to accommodate the effects of this drug over time. These changes make the desired effects more potent. It takes several weeks for the drug to really kick in and work well. This also works in the reverse order. So it will take time to slowly wean a patient off the drug in order to discontinue use without withdrawal effects. Has not been studied in children under 6 years of age or in adolescents over 12 years of age.This is complicated, sometimes boring and very important to your safety and health. Speak with a doctor about it. They are the experts.
Vyvanse Side Effects
Serious, seek medical help:
Irregular heartbeat, chest pain, increased blood pressure, skin rash, uncontrollable movements of arms and legs, mental changes, unusual weakness, very high fever.Common, speak with your family doctor or prescriber:
Mood changes, insomnia, drowsiness, restlessness, dry mouth. Less Common, speak with your doctor at your next scheduled visit:
Slowed growth rate, blurred vision, constipation, diarrhea, loss of appetite, headache, increased sweating, stomach cramps are pain, nausea or vomiting, changes in sexual desire or decreased sexual ability. Overdose: Go immediately to the emergency room.
Extreme restlessness, agitation, bizarre behavior, panic, hyperventilation, confusion, high fever, hallucinations, seizures, coma.
Dosage Information
Typical dosage:
Adults and pediatric patients ages (6-12); 30 mg once daily in the morning.Maximum dose: 70 mg once daily in the morning. Onset effect:
Usually within 30 to 45 minutes. Duration:
With proper dosage, 7 to 13 hours.
Storage:
Store in a tightly sealed container away from heat, moisture, and direct sunlight. Missed dose:
Take it as soon as you remember. If it is nearer the time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your regular dosing schedule. Do not double the dose. Stopping the Drug:
Take Vyvanse as prescribed for the full treatment period, even if you begin to feel better before the scheduled end of therapy. The decision to stop taking the drug should be made by your doctor. The doctor may decrease your dose is gradually to reduce the possibility of withdrawal symptoms. Prolonged Use:
Vyvanse is classified as a Schedule II controlled substance. It is addictive and has potential for abuse. Be careful!
Precautions
Over 60:
Has not been studied in older patients.Driving hazardous work:
Do not drive or engage in hazardous working to determine how the medicine affects you. Pregnancy:
Based on animal data, may cause harm to a fetus. Breast feeding:
Amphetamines are present in breast milk mothers should avoid breast feeding while using this drug.
Interactions
Drug:
Consult your doctor for specific advice if you're taking tricyclic antidepressants, caffeine, beta-blockers, digitalis drugs, central nervous system stimulants, meperidine, MAO inhibitors, sympathomimetic agents, or thyroid hormones. Food:
There are no food cautions with this drug. Disease:
Tell your doctor if you have any of the following: advance blood vessel disease, heart disease, hyperthyroidism, hypertension, severe anxiety, Tourette's syndrome, glaucoma, or a history of drug abuse.
So why take this dance?
It is another choice for medicated treatment. There are other treatments and you should look for them on this site.Speaking of other choices:
If you need more here are many other natural remedies and treatments for ADHD.
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