Vyvanse
Aliases: lisdextroamfetamine, lisdextroamphetamine, lisdexamphetamine, lisdexamfetamine
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Summary
Also known as lisdexamphetamine, this drug is a CNS stimulant often prescribed for ADHD, narcolepsy and obesity. It is also a pro-drug for dextroamphetamine, and functions as a method for providing extended-release stimulation. It is sometimes prescribed alongside an SSRI for depression.
Dose Information
Onset, Duration & After-effects
- Onset:
- Oral: 60-90 minutes
- Duration:
- Oral: 6-14 hours
- After-effects:
- Oral: 1-16 hours
Effects
- Increased alertness
- Euphoria
- Increased motivation
- Reduced appetite
- Flushing of the face
- Increased body temperature
- Tachycardia (Increased heart rate)
- Paranoia
- Insomnia
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Studies & References
- Use of naltrexone has been found to successfully aid in recovery from amphetamine addiction
- Vyvanse is approved for and proven to be affective for the treatment of binge-eating disorder in adults
- Vyvanse has been proven to be effectivein treating attention deficits in patients with traumatic brain injuries
- For serotonin syndrome secondary to vyvanse overdose, dexmedetomidine may be used for treatment when standard treatment protocols do not work
- Vyvanse when used intravenously was proven to not have increased abuse liability, which implies that it does not have increased euphoria