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Vyvanse Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Vyvanse® is indicated for the treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
The efficacy of Vyvanse in the treatment of ADHD was established on the basis of two controlled trials in children aged 6 to 12, one controlled trial in adolescents aged 13 to 17, and two controlled trials in adults who met DSM-IV-TR® criteria for ADHD [see Clinical Studies].
A diagnosis of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD; DSM-IV®) implies the presence of hyperactive-impulsive and/or i...
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Vyvanse Patient Information: Side Effects
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Stop using lisdexamfetamine and call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:
- fast, pounding, or uneven heartbeats;
- decreased blood pressure (feeling light-headed, fainting);
- dangerously high blood pressure (severe headache, blurred vision, buzzing in your ears, anxiety, confusion, chest pain, shortness of breath, uneven heartbeats, seizure).
- tremo...
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What is Consumer information?
A concise overview of the drug for the patient or caregiver from First DataBank.
Vyvanse Consumer Information: Uses
Lisdexamfetamine is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) as part of a total treatment plan, including psychological, social, and other treatments. It may help to increase the ability to pay attention, stay focused, and stop fidgeting.
This medication is a stimulant. It is thought to work by restoring the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in the brain.
This medication is not recommended for use in children younger than 3 years.
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