User Reviews for Lisdexamfetamine (Vyvanse)

When it comes to Vyvanse I can say that it helps me as a person function in almost every way possble it helps me concentrate on things that I need to get done and it makes me feel like I'm able to accomplish more things in life which in return makes me feel happier and positive. I know that the drug was specifically made to help people with attention deficit disorders but I also think that a lot of doctors don't seem to yet understand all the desirable effects of the medication itself.

It's been almost 2 months since I started taking Vyvance. I have never taken anything for my ADHD, I didn't know what was wrong with me until I had taken Mental Health when I went to college in 2009. This drug is a savior, it's working very well for me. If I would have taken something like this years ago, my life probably would have turned out a bit different. No regrets, here is to a prosperous future. :)

I have been prescribed Vyvance over the last 10 months. The listed active ingredient lisdexafetamine dimesylate/prodrug doesn't have an immediate stimulant effect because it must bind with lysine in my system before it activates into amphetamine. This process sometimes takes an hour or two. So, it's not very helpful first thing in the morning. But once the stimulant activates I've found that it has helped me get motivated, organized and focused to stay on tasks to completion. This in turn helps me to feel better about myself and have a more positive attitude. The problem I've experienced however, is a distinct lack of consistency and efficacy from monthly prescription to prescription. Some monthly prescriptions of Vyvance feel much less robust, as though the stimulant is blunted by some different type of drug. These "other" non-stimulant effects are aggravating and exacerbate my ADHD symptoms, and have presented some harmful side-effects too! Read More Read Less

Vyvanse has been great for me. Before Vyvanse, I took Adderall and that just didn't do well with me. I felt edgy and angry everyday. I couldn't live like that everyday and replaced it with Vyvanse and it has been a game changer for me. All positive results.

i'm currently writing this on a 30mg dose which is a bit higher than my ususal (20) so if i don't make sense here please forgive me. i've been on this medicine since i was 7 or so, and i havent noticed any problems until 7th grade (last year). i wasn't eating or drinking well, and i was constantly dizzy and moody. i eventually moved my dose down, but that didn't help too much (only with the dizziness). im usually fine on it, except i feel really empty and sad. when its wearing off, i feel moody and tired. so uh. make sure you all have the right prescriptions. and maybe prepare for these things before you take it. ~lee, a kinda inexperienced 13 year old writing this in the middle of social studies class :)Read More Read Less

First week coundnt sleep, felt very wierd, 2 weeks later grinding my jaw don't wanna be around people moody I do not like it I am 32 and on 30 mg

53 yr old female, taking Vyvanse 30mg. Been taking it 2yrs. Some days it helps me focus and get things done and some does it doesnt. Im not liking the inconsistency. Also think that it is killing my emotions. Its very hard for me to feel good about anything. Most of the time i feel numb or i hate everything. I get very agitated, unsocial and to the point i dont like myself or life. Im going to talk to my dr about getting off it. Oh and it totally kills my desire for food. Nothing ever sounds good to eat. Read More Read Less

I have been taking Vyvanse for almost a year now. 40 mg every morning. During this time I have lost almost 50 pounds (unintentionally)

This medication makes me irritable and unable to sleep. It would also give me major anxiety. I definitely felt over stimulated. I will be switching to a non stimulate soon.

This is the 3rd rx I have tried specifically for the treatment of ADHD. I was tested for ADHD at the age of 18, but my results were "indefinite" so I assumed I was just scatterbrained. I was fine on it the first few days and then noticed I would get distracted easily, day dream while driving, more worried about forgetting things. It also made my RLS worse at night and harder to sleep. It made my ADHD symptoms a bit different, but not better (if that makes any sense). I have tried Wellbutrin and Concerta also. Of those 3 Concerta was the best. I am going to give Strattera a try or learn to live with it like I have most of my life. Read More Read Less

My son takes Vyvanse and though I have asked his doctor to try something else over and over, my son still takes Vyvanse and I am very tired. My son 9 year old son was diagnosed with ADHD when he was 5 and has been on Vyvanse ever since. He’s great during school hours but shuts down and is extremely temperamental and hard to handle after 4:00pm. He never eats so isn’t growing well. He’s always mad and as a parent this is hard to watch. The good news is is he does well in school and is able to socialize well with friends during certain times of the day. But I would like to switch his medication.Read More Read Less

Began taking for adhd and binge eating problems, worked well in treating both, the only downside was trying to find a dose that didn�t affect my sleep but still had substantial effect on focus and curving hunger later in the day. This medication was much smoother than adderall! In that I felt much less caffeinated, and there was no �crash� as the medication wore off. This is also a much safer choice, might I add, for anyone who has epilepsy but is also in need of a ADHD stimulant. Read More Read Less

I have been taking Vyvanse for BED for 4 months and I love it. I have more energy, and no longer feel like an a$$hole, as I don't feel so out of control with food. I am eating better foods, as the focus is now simply on nutrition and not how much food I can eat. I don't have the dry mouth that others are having... just energy, focus and more balanced eating habits.

My 18 yr old son committed suicide after reporting bad side effects and being ripped off this drug..it causes hallucinations suicidal thoughts & feelings of complete hopelessness. DO NOT TAKE THIS DRUG

I've been using Ritalin for years now and didn't know what to expect with Vyvanse. I'm actually quite satisfied with the results. The key is having a good doctor explaining the effects of the drug and how to adjust the dosage based on an individual's need. I found myself having an appetite on Vyvanse. Doctor explained that in order to get the full effect of the drug you have to eat and snack to active the medication. Snacking is very important.

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Was prescribed Vyvanse to treat my ADHD after not having luck with Biphentin. The effectiveness of the two night and day for me. I take my 30mg dose about an hour before I get to work, and then my focus is great for the next 5 or so hours. In total, lasts around 6-7 hours with minimal side effects. Of those listed on this website, the only one I sometimes experience is loss of appetite. I get great poops after taking it in the morning though. I also take a break on the weekends when I don't need it, but overall, it works well for me. Just wish it would last a bit longer, but that might be because my dosage may be lower than ideal.Read More Read Less