ADHD Medications · Stimulants

Lisdexamfetamine

Brand: Vyvanse

Central nervous system stimulant / Prodrug of dextroamphetamine

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1.What makes lisdexamfetamine (Vyvanse) a prodrug?

2.Will snorting or injecting lisdexamfetamine produce a faster high?

3.What is the dosing range and duration for lisdexamfetamine?

4.Besides ADHD, what other FDA indication does lisdexamfetamine carry?

5.Does lisdexamfetamine have significant CYP interactions?

6.A patient on Vyvanse has insomnia. Why is adjusting duration harder?

7.When is lisdexamfetamine preferred over other stimulants?

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