VYVANSE Reviews (LISDEXAMFETAMINE DIMESYLATE)Average Rating: 3.4 (640 Ratings)Filter ResultsCompare VYVANSE with similar:
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| RATING | REASON | SIDE EFFECTS FOR VYVANSE | COMMENTS | SEX | AGE | DURATION/ DOSAGE | DATE ADDED |
| 5 | ADHD | some dry mouth | I believe that this medicine is a life saver! The dry mouth that everyone experiences is expected because it is sodium based. Those that have horrible ratings that their blood pressure increased and they had severe insomnia are either not taking it for the correct reason(as in DO NOT actually have ADHD) or they are taking to high of a dose. This medicine taking correctly everyday will change someone will severe ADHD's life! I was all over the place and I now have a 4.0 GPA and couldn't be better! The first week or so that you begin this medication some side effects are more severe but give it a few days and if the medicine is necessary the side effects will dissipate, the dry mouth is the only thing I still struggle with occasionally and I can tolerate that for a brain that can concentrate! | F | 23 | 50 1X day | 2/22/2011 | 5 | ADHD | Dry mouth, trouble sleeping if taken after noon, fast heartbeat | I like vyvanse because it makes me feel great and focus very well, like I can run 3 miles on the treadmill after taking it without getting tired. Its really a form of speed, but domesticated for relatively safe use. DO NOT TAKE IF YOU HAVE PREEXISTING HEART CONDITIONS AND?OR DEPRESSION. God Bless. | M | 16 | 50-60 1X day | 5/3/2011 | 5 | Can't concentrate in school. | I get extremely focused and want to do something, I go crazy if I don't have any work to do. Dry mouth, chapped lips, nasty taste in mouth, overheating, I get extremely irritable and mean. (I always yell at kids in my classes) | My grades went from Fs to As | M | 18 | 30 mg 1X day | 11/11/2011 | 5 | adhd | Overall my life was a lot more productive while on the medication. That is why I opted to go back on it. Withdrawal was horrid though. I do remember having a problem one year with what I call store-tweaking, where I would intend to go a store for 5 minutes and it would ALWAYS turn into an, a least, 3 hour shopping trip, but it would only feel like a half hour to me..... Its definitely a drug that reduced some of my brain's ability to work efficiently in some ways but its pro's outweigh the con's, I also lost the ability to articulate which used to be my strength, and have memory lapses that can be likened to Alzheimers.... although they are reduced when on the medication. As well I experience the evening bouts of impatience, and kind of a 'coldness' where I dont feel like dealing with people. They really need to do something to adjust this drug.....I know they can. | Took it for almost 2 yrs then stopped a yr, now back on 1 wk. The Strengnths of this medication for me is that it reduces my tendency to paralyze due to being overwhelmed by a task, conversation, activity, chore or creative solutions. Sounds ridiculous but that is one of my issues. I froze during the beggining of the year I was off the medication, but then began working on skills to improve my ability to manage life, when I got to a place where I was exerting as much effort as I could but still falling short...(was about to lose a job I just got, because of some of my Adhd symptoms that I couldn't keep track of, (losing things, forgetting things I was trained on, and unable to draw common sense conclusions, because my mind was overwhelmed with processing information) I was able to go back on the meds just in time, and my performance was comparatively like night and day. I can also start AND stop tasks appropriately. So no more store-tweaking :) | F | 32 | 30mg 1X day | 10/4/2013 | 5 | focus | I am loving this RX. I was taking Lexapro and gained weight and after taking 20 mg- seemed to max out- It didn't seem to work. I am weaning off of lexapro- first weekend was hard- but I am more focused and have completed task. I am having more anxiety off of lexapro or lower doses- but I am taking Klopin as well.. so that is helping. I might need to up the vyvanse. I am taking 30 right now... | F | 32 | | 11/3/2009 | 5 | Adult ADHD | Good: Increased focus and easier to sustain attention, better concentration and memory for mundane conversations, better attention to details and improved short-term memory, weight loss, stronger orgasms and increased body sensitivity. Easier to handle emotional setbacks and daily stresses. Able to work for 8-10+ hours focused but will be completely dazed at the end if I don't eat well. Bad: Dry mouth, diarrhea 1 hour after taking (worse if drinking alcohol the night before), ringing in ears, no appetite, vision disturbances (sometimes will catch things out of the corner of my eye and have light sensitivity). At first I had no problems falling and staying asleep. Now it is difficult to fall asleep without alcohol or ambien and when I do, I wake up at 5-6am even if I went to sleep at 3am (I always take the medicine before 8-9am and drink 2 cups of coffee with it but no caffeine later in the day). Periods are longer with 3-4 extra days of light spotting. Yeast infection. Attention | Started at 20mg and went to 30mg after month 1 with minimal side effects. After month 2 went to 40 mg and have been on that for 2 months. Be careful because side effects can take awhile to build (sensitivity to light and insomnia). For me, the medicine became more effective after month 2 on 40mg and now it feels like it might be too much. I was going to ask to try 50mg but glad I didn't. Eating is ESSENTIAL to prevent "crash", dizziness, and headaches. I eat a protein bar an hour after taking and have a protein shake and a small meal around lunch. Sometimes I end up snacking and eat one meal a day around dinner. 15 lbs lost by month 3. When I eat throughout the day and get enough sleep, I can't tell when the medicine wears off. A daily multivitamin also helps you feel better. I also have hypothyroidism and take 90mg Armour. Each increase of vyvanse there is a little more hair shedding that stops after a couple of weeks. | F | 35 | 40 1X day | 3/7/2017 Patient History | 4 | ADD | Big time jaw clenching and teeth grinding. I keep biting my tongue. Thats really the only bad side effect for me. Just very aware of my tongue and teeth. Works great and helps me focus. | M | 29 | | 7/31/2009 | 4 | ADHD | Headache, fatigue, heart races, chest pain, dizziness, heart palpitations,appetite suppression, but can so focus! | I don't know if I can care about what it does to my heart, because i will be taking this or stimulants for ADHD for the rest of my life in order to get somewhere. I mean I don't like some of the side effects, but honestly, the benefits greater than the side-effects! And plus, it keeps my appetite in check so I'm not a total fatty! | F | 17 | | 10/9/2009 | 4 | Autism compiled with ADHD | Insomnia, lack of appetite, emotional, focused, withdrawn, etc..... | My daughter has begun taking vyvanse a week and a half ago. She began with days of constant talking and rambling. It was generally about nothing at all. Her sleeping habits have digressed to only sleeping three to four hours a night. She eats a half a sandwich a day. She is exceptionally moody and will cry at the slightest comment. Her school life is a huge question mark every day is different. Her focus is the only thing keeping the medication a plus. She has no smile. | F | 5 | 50 mg 1X day | 1/31/2011 | 3 | F | 27 | 40 1X day | 2/11/2010 | 3 | Diarrhea, loss of appetite, sweating, chapped lips, moderate back pain, leg pain (mostly in calf muscles/bones and ankles), stomach pain, vomiting, motion sickness, periods of nausea, no appitite, weight loss (probably just water weight at this point) muscle weakness, severe insomnia (have to take 10mg of ambien to sleep at night or else i only sleep about 2 hrs if i'm lucky) severe mood changes towards come down (i.e depression, agitation, random anger towards small or unimportant things) and migraines | F | 17 | 60mg XR 1X day | 11/26/2013 | 3 | add/adhd | Dry mouth, insane decrease of hunger (can't eat all day after i take it, even if im hungry) head tingles occasionally, slightly twitchy, and did i mention loss of hunger? I can handle everything besides the loss of appitite. If it didnt have that it would be near perfect. | The head tingling part is actually quite enjoyable | M | 17 | 60 mg 1X day | 4/21/2014 | 2 | ADHD | Looking for ANY ADVICE from anyone on this. I start monday but have serious concerns after reading everyones comments. | I was just prescribed Vycanse yesterday by a specilist for ADHD. After reading all these comments I am scared of what can I happen. I start taking it monday. Currently on Concerta and do not see any changes except for being rushed to er from collapsing ..Here are my concerns...I am a flight attendant so I cannot afford to have some of the side effects listed. I am 27 years old and I weigh 121 LBS. PLEASE PLEASE give me advice. My email is [email protected]. | F | 27 | | 9/19/2009 | 2 | ADHD, excessive daytime sleepiness | Its just not going to work for me...not very effective, | I'm going to ask my dr. for something else next week. I still cant sit still and focus at work. The only thing positive that I can say is that I'm not going str8 to bed after work. I'm not exhausted like I was but still very tired...I guess my expectations were too high :-( | F | 28 | 40MG 1X day | 12/4/2010 Patient History | 1 | ADD | Shakiness, Headache, loss of appetite, emotional "breakdowns" | I really don't think I have ADD but my doctor says I do.. So I MUST, right? Anway, this is my FIRST DAY of taking Vyvanse and I don't think I should be having side effects quite as bad. About half an hour after I took it my whole body started shaking and I became dillusional (as if I was high). My knees felt like they were going to give out and I could not sit still. After a couple of hours the shakiness in my upper body calmed down but my knees still feel like they're going to give out. Now, my legs feel like they're not even there, like they've both been amputated about mid-thigh, I have a killer headache, and I can't feel my tongue (possibly an allergic reaction?). Also, I'm not hungry at all and I'm extremely irritable. | F | 17 | | 9/2/2008 | 1 | | 3/9/2009 | 4 | For fun. I have no ADHD at all | I take 2 of these pills once every 2-3 weeks at school. I love it. It makes me feel great. I love the intense focused feeling. It makes me feel incredibly productive and it gives me some bright ideas sometimes. Some side effects I had was jaw clenching, loss of appetite, weight loss, sometimes talkative, sometimes avoiding social interaction, cold limbs. I only lost my temper once while I was on it, I only threw a basketball against the bleachers. | I think taking Vyvanse is worth it. Be careful about taking large doses the first time you try it. Every time I have ever taken Vyvanse was 140 mg in 2 pills (70 mg each). The first time I tried this, my jaw was clenching so much it hurt so bad the next day, I felt like I got punched in the jaw. If you are experienced, then Vyvanse will be so much fun. | M | 15 | 10 times 70 2X AN | 2/3/2011 | 5 | Recreation | Some jitters, slight anxiety. The worst side effect was I had some weird, discomforting sensation in the back of my head/brain. Maybe it was just me tweaking haha. It went away after I drank a couple glasses of water. STAY HYDRATED! | My friend is prescribed 50 mg and he gave me one. I've taken Vyvanse a couple times before and have had great experiences. I don't have any long term experience; but when I do take it, it makes an ordinary day feel like being alive with a whole new energy. The night before I went camping and got 4 hours of sleep. I was exhausted and took a shower. It could have been a lazy Saturday catching up on sleep and doing nothing. But instead I decided to take the Vyvanse and live out the day. I felt fresh, motivated, recharged, and alert. It really makes you feel like doing stuff. I took out my longboard and road around my neighborhood, got on my dirtbike and raced around the backroads, jotted down some movie ideas for me and a friend to make, and hit on my drum kit for a while. It was a blast to say the least. I wish anyone who benefits and sees a positive influence while on this drug could be prescribed, not just people who have trouble focusing or whatever. Apparently, it's not for everyone as I've read through these reviews. But I believe it's definitely worth a try for anyone who has ADHD/ADD. | M | 20 | 1 days 50 mg 1X day | 7/3/2010 | 5 | add and dystimia | So far I've experienced decrease in appetite, excessive sweating at times. I currently take it once a day. | F | 35 | 1 days 30mg | 4/24/2013 | 5 | ADHD and Anxiety | FIrst night started with a headache. I have read that hydration and food are importat. Day one I rearanged my office (that had been that way for years), cleaned, had increased memory and multitasked quite efficiently. Since taking dose 2 this morning, headache is subsiding. | M | 36 | 1 days | 2/25/2009 |
VYVANSE (LISDEXAMFETAMINE DIMESYLATE): 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. Lisdexamfetamine may also be used to treat binge eating disorder (BED). It may help to reduce the number of binge eating days. 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 for weight loss due to the risk of serious side effects. FDA Approval Date: 2007-02-23 (Sources: U.S. Centers for Medicare Services, FDA)