Is Vyvanse a high risk medication?

FDA warning: Potential for drug misuse and dependence A. Vyvanse is an amphetamine and stimulant medication. It has a high risk of drug abuse, which is also called drug misuse. It also has a high risk of psychological and physical dependence, meaning the person needs the drug to function normally.

What is the drug Vyvanse used for?

VYVANSE is a central nervous system (CNS) stimulant prescription medicine used for the treatment of: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in adults and children 6 years of age and older. VYVANSE may help increase attention and decrease impulsiveness and hyperactivity in people with ADHD.

What medication is most similar to Vyvanse?

Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine) and Ritalin (methylphenidate) are two medications within this class. Other well-known stimulants include Adderall/Adderall XR (amphetamine salts), Concerta (methylphenidate extended-release), Daytrana (methylphenidate), and Focalin/Focalin XR (dexmethylphenidate).

Is Vyvanse an opioid?

Vyvanse is a type of stimulant drug called an amphetamine. Vyvanse isn’t a narcotic. Narcotics are opioid drugs.

What are the worst side effects of Vyvanse?

The most serious side effects of Vyvanse include:

  • Psychiatric problems such as anxiety, aggression, or mania.
  • Neurological disorders such as tics, seizures, or serotonin syndrome.
  • Heart problems such as rapid heartbeat, heart attack, and sudden death in people with heart problems.

Which is better Adderall or Vyvanse?

Because it is so new, Vyvanse is not yet available in generic form, but Adderall is. While both drugs have similar half-lives, Adderall’s effectiveness is between four and six hours, with the extended-release version lasting 12 hours; in contrast, Vyvanse can last up to 14 hours.

What are the long term effects of Vyvanse?

Rarely, Vyvanse can cause side effects that last longer or that cause long-term problems. These effects can include: cardiovascular (heart and blood vessel) problems, including increased blood pressure, heart attack, and stroke* blood circulation problems in your fingers and toes, including Raynaud’s disease*

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