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| Vyvanse | Info |
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| Summary | Also known as lisdexamphetamine, this drug is a CNS stimulant often prescribed for ADHD, narcolepsy and obesity. It is also a pro-drug for dextroamphetamine, and functions as a method for providing extended-release stimulation. It is sometimes prescribed alongside an SSRI for depression. |
| Dose | Oral Light: 20-30mg Common: 30-50mg Strong: 50-100mg+ Note: Vyvanse is the same orally and insufflated - it is pointless to insufflate. |
| Onset | Oral: 60-90 minutes NOTE: Onset is delayed by 1 additional hour when taken with a meal high in fat. |
| Duration | Oral: 6-14 hours. | NOTE: Dependant on dose and tolerance. |
| Aliases | lisdextroamfetamine lisdextroamphetamine lisdexamphetamine lisdexamfetamine |
| Effects | Increased alertness, Euphoria, Increased motivation, Reduced appetite, Flushing of the face, Increased body temperature, Tachycardia (Increased heart rate), Paranoia, Insomnia. |
| Categories | stimulant habit-forming common |
| After-effects | Oral: 1-16 hours. | Note: Highly dependant on dose. |