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Vyvanse’s active ingredient, lisdexamfetamine, is converted in the body to dextroamphetamine. Dextroamphetamine increases levels of norepinephrine and dopamine in the brain. Norepinephrine acts as a stress hormone and neurotransmitter and plays a key role in the “fight or flight" response by increasing heart rate, blood pressure, and alertness. Dopamine is a neurotransmitter that regulates mood, reward, and pleasure and that controls movement and emotional responses. By increasing levels of norepinephrine and dopamine, Vyvanse helps reduce hyperactivity, impulsivity, and inattention. 

A 2012 study found that Vyvanse also may improve executive functioning in academic and work environments. Executive functioning includes mental skills like organizing, prioritizing, focusing attention, and regulating emotions. These skills help individuals break down complex tasks into smaller steps, stay on schedule, and adapt to changes or challenges. ADHD is often linked to deficits in executive functioning.

Vyvanse and its generic, lisdexamfetamine, are available as oral capsules in 10-, 20-, 30-, 40-, 50-, 60-, and 70-milligram strengths and as chewable tablets in 10-, 20-, 30-, 40-, 50-, or 60-milligram strengths. 

The starting dose for Vyvanse or generic lisdexamfetamine is 30 milligrams daily, taken orally in the morning. You want to avoid afternoon dosing to decrease the chance of insomnia. 

Vyvanse and generic lisdexamfetamine can be taken with or without food. The capsules can be swallowed whole or mixed with yogurt, water, or orange juice. The capsule’s contents must be dissolved entirely in the food or liquid, which must then be consumed immediately. Vyvanse and lisdexamfetamine chewable tablets are taken orally and should be thoroughly chewed before they’re swallowed.

If you need to increase your dosage, your provider will have you increase your dose by 10 or 20 milligrams weekly until your symptoms are under control. The maximum daily dose is 70 milligrams.  

If you need to stop taking Vyvanse or lisdexamfetamine, your provider will have you gradually decrease the amount you take each day to help prevent withdrawal symptoms, which can include fatigue and depression.

CNS stimulants that are FDA-approved for the treatment of ADHD, like Vyvanse, Adderall (amphetamine/dextroamphetamine), and Ritalin (methylphenidate), are commonly used as a first-choice treatment for ADHD because they’re effective at controlling symptoms.

There’s little research that directly compares Vyvanse to other stimulants, but a 2013 study of children and adolescents found that patients treated with lisdexamfetamine had significantly better symptom improvement than those treated with methylphenidate. Unlike some other stimulants, Vyvanse is a prodrug, meaning it must be metabolized in the body to become active. This results in a slower, more gradual onset of effectiveness, which can help reduce the intense “high" feeling sometimes associated with stimulant medications.

Non-stimulant medications for ADHD, such as Strattera (atomoxetine) and Qelbree (viloxazine), are selective norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (NRIs) that work differently from stimulants. Instead of increasing dopamine release, they function by preventing the reabsorption of norepinephrine and serotonin into the brain’s nerve cells. Elevated levels of norepinephrine and serotonin are linked to decreased hyperactivity, better focus, and improved impulse control. Because they are not classified as controlled substances, Strattera and Qelbree don’t carry a risk of abuse, misuse, or addiction, which may make them a better option for individuals with substance use concerns. 

While FDA-approved medications like Strattera (atomoxetine) and Qelbree (viloxazine) can be effective for treating ADHD, they can still cause side effects. Common side effects include decreased appetite, nausea, fatigue, irritability, dry mouth, insomnia, and headaches.

And all stimulants, including Vyvanse, Adderall, and Ritalin, can cause side effects, that include insomnia, reduced appetite, nausea, increased heart rate, and irritability. They’re also controlled substances and can lead to misuse, abuse, and dependency.

The best way to find out which ADHD medication is best for you is to talk to an ADHD provider about your specific symptoms, what medications you’ve already tried, and your treatment goals.

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