Vyvanse Oral

In Depth

Uses and How to Use
Dosage and Storage
Precautions and Side Effects
Drug Interactions

Generic Name: LISDEXAMFETAMINE - ORAL
Pronounced: (lis-DEX-am-FET-a-meen)

Vyvanse Oral Warning

Misuse or abuse of amphetamines may result in serious (possibly fatal) heart and blood pressure problems. Amphetamine-type medications can be habit-forming. Use only as directed. If you use this drug for a long time, you may become dependent on it and may have withdrawal symptoms after stopping the drug. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details. (See also How to Use section.)

Vyvanse Oral Side Effects

Nausea, vomiting, stomach/abdominal pain, loss of appetite, dry mouth, headache, nervousness, dizziness, trouble sleeping, sweating, weight loss, irritability, or restlessness may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor promptly.

Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medicine because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur:

blurred vision
fast/pounding/irregular heartbeat
mental/mood/behavior changes (e.g., agitation, aggression, mood swings, depression, hallucinations, abnormal thoughts/behavior)
uncontrolled movements
muscle twitching/shaking
outbursts of words/sounds
change in sexual ability/interest
swelling ankles/feet
extreme tiredness
rapid/unexplained weight loss

Seek immediate medical attention if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur:

shortness of breath
fainting
chest/jaw/left arm pain
seizures
weakness on one side of the body
slurred speech
confusion
sudden vision changes

A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction may include: