Vyvanse® Capsules for ADHD

Lisdexamfetamine is a prescription stimulant used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in patients 6 years and older, and moderate to severe binge-eating disorder in adults. This page explains how the therapy works, who it may suit, how to use it, and practical ways to manage costs without insurance.

What Vyvanse Is and How It Works

Vyvanse® contains lisdexamfetamine dimesylate, a prodrug converted in the body to dextroamphetamine. It helps increase attention and decrease impulsivity and hyperactivity by affecting catecholamine activity in the brain. Border Free Health connects U.S. patients with licensed Canadian partner pharmacies; prescriptions are verified with prescribers before dispensing. You can access US delivery from Canada through our platform after your prescription is confirmed.

Lisdexamfetamine dimesylate is designed for once-daily dosing. It has a gradual onset and a duration that can cover school, work, or daily activities for many people. Follow your prescriber’s directions and the official label for safe use.

Who It’s For

This medicine is indicated for ADHD in children 6 years and older, adolescents, and adults. It is also approved to treat moderate to severe binge-eating disorder in adults. It is not indicated for weight loss or obesity.

People with significant cardiovascular disease, hyperthyroidism, glaucoma, or a history of drug misuse should not use it. Do not take it during or within 14 days of monoamine oxidase inhibitor treatment. Discuss your medical history with a healthcare professional, especially if you have high blood pressure, structural heart problems, mental health conditions, or circulation issues.

For broader context on ADHD, see our category page Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. For eating concerns, visit Binge Eating Disorder. You can also explore related topics in Mental Health and learn about origin specifics under Canada.

Dosage and Usage

This treatment is taken once daily in the morning. It may be taken with or without food. Swallow capsules whole, or if needed, open the capsule and mix the contents with water, yogurt, or orange juice and consume the entire mixture immediately. Do not divide a single capsule’s contents into multiple doses. Do not chew or crush chewable tablets beyond label directions.

Prescribers generally start with a low dose, then adjust based on response and tolerability. Do not alter your dose unless your clinician instructs you to do so. Avoid taking it in the afternoon or evening to reduce the chance of insomnia.

For certain patients, therapy may be paused temporarily to reassess the ongoing need. Follow the official Patient Information and Prescribing Information for complete guidance.

Strengths and Forms

The medicine is available as capsules and chewable tablets. Common capsule strengths include a range from 10 mg to 70 mg; chewable tablets are typically available across a similar low-to-mid range. Availability can vary by market and manufacturer. Your prescriber will choose a strength aligned to your needs and response.

Missed Dose and Timing

If you miss a dose, take it when you remember in the morning. If it is later in the day, skip the missed dose and take the next dose at the usual time the following morning. Do not double up. Taking a dose too late can cause difficulty sleeping. Consistency helps; consider using a reminder so you take it at about the same time each morning.

Storage and Travel Basics

Store at room temperature in a dry place, away from moisture. Keep the medicine in its original, child-resistant container, and out of reach of children and pets. When traveling, keep it in your carry-on with a copy of your prescription and your prescriber’s details. If security screening requires verification, present the label. Follow all local regulations when crossing borders. For items needing special care, our partners use temperature-controlled handling when required.

Pen Handling and Sharps Disposal

This product is supplied as oral capsules or chewable tablets. No pens, needles, or sharps are used. Standard household disposal of the empty bottle is acceptable. If you have unused doses you no longer need, ask a pharmacist about take-back options.

Benefits

As a long-acting stimulant, this therapy can simplify daytime dosing with a single morning dose. The prodrug design may offer a smoother onset and a consistent duration for many patients. For adults with binge-eating disorder, treatment can help reduce the number of binge days. Benefits depend on appropriate diagnosis, individualized dosing, and adherence.

Side Effects and Safety

Common effects can include decreased appetite, dry mouth, trouble sleeping, irritability, nausea, abdominal pain, dizziness, or headache. Some people may notice increased heart rate or blood pressure. Many effects are mild to moderate and may lessen as your body adjusts.

• Appetite changes
• Insomnia or restlessness
• Dry mouth or thirst
• Stomach discomfort or nausea
• Headache or dizziness

Serious risks can include cardiovascular events in susceptible individuals, increased blood pressure, psychiatric reactions (such as new or worsening psychosis or mania), serotonin syndrome when combined with serotonergic agents, and peripheral vasculopathy including Raynaud’s phenomenon. Seek urgent help for chest pain, fainting, shortness of breath, severe agitation, hallucinations, or signs of serotonin syndrome like rapid heartbeat, confusion, and muscle stiffness. Report troublesome effects to your prescriber promptly.

Drug Interactions and Cautions

Do not use with MAOIs or within 14 days of stopping an MAOI. Use caution with serotonergic drugs, certain antidepressants, and linezolid or methylene blue due to serotonin syndrome risk. Acidifying and alkalinizing agents can affect amphetamine levels. Blood pressure medications and stimulants may interact. Alcohol can worsen some effects. Always provide your clinician a full list of medicines, vitamins, and supplements.

If you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding, discuss potential risks and benefits. Stimulants may impair an ability to operate machinery or drive until you know how you respond.

For background reading on related therapies, see Wellbutrin and ADHD, Abilify Generic Name, and Prozac and Wellbutrin. You can also explore community topics such as Mental Illness Awareness.

What to Expect Over Time

Many patients notice changes in focus and impulse control on the day they take it. Individual patterns vary. Your prescriber may adjust the dose during follow-up to balance benefits and tolerability. For binge-eating disorder, the prescriber will monitor binge frequency, overall response, and safety.

Track how you feel across the day. Note appetite changes, sleep patterns, and any mood shifts. Bring these notes to check-ins. If you miss doses or change your schedule, effects may fluctuate. Read the Medication Guide and follow label instructions throughout treatment.

Compare With Alternatives

Non-stimulant options may be considered if stimulants are not suitable or tolerated. One option sometimes used for ADHD is Intuniv®. Your prescriber may also discuss other approved stimulant or non-stimulant choices based on your health history and goals. Selection should consider efficacy, safety, and duration needs.

Pricing and Access

We show current options so you can review lisdexamfetamine price alongside available pack sizes and origins. Many patients compare cash-pay figures with local pharmacy quotes before deciding. To reflect Canadian supply, listings highlight source and prescriber requirements. We support US shipping from Canada with transparent checkout and tracking.

If you are evaluating lisdexamfetamine cost without insurance, you can view pricing details on the product page and compare formulations. Some manufacturers or programs offer savings opportunities. For current site deals, see our Promotions. Checkout uses encrypted checkout for your payment details. Learn more about item origin under Canada.

Availability and Substitutions

Supply can vary by strength and form. If an item is out of stock, a prescriber may recommend an alternative within the class or a non-stimulant option. Ask about lisdexamfetamine generic availability at the time of ordering. We cannot guarantee specific brands or refill dates, and we do not change your prescription without authorization.

Patient Suitability and Cost-Saving Tips

This therapy may suit patients diagnosed with ADHD who benefit from a long-acting option, and adults diagnosed with moderate to severe binge-eating disorder. It may not suit those with certain heart conditions or uncontrolled hypertension, or people with a history of misuse. Discuss risks if you have tics, bipolar disorder, or anxiety.

• Multi-month fills: reduce per-order fees and travel waits
• Refill reminders: set alerts so you never run short
• Compare forms: capsules vs chewables per prescriber guidance
• Use receipts: track expenses for FSA or tax records

Ask your prescriber or pharmacist if a lisdexamfetamine coupon applies in your region. Consider scheduling follow-ups to reassess dose, response, and ongoing need.

Questions to Ask Your Clinician

• Which starting dose fits my age, diagnosis, and history
• What signs suggest I should call you promptly
• Could other conditions be affecting focus or sleep
• How will we monitor blood pressure and heart rate
• What interactions should I avoid and for how long
• When should we reassess benefit and side effects

Authoritative Sources

FDA Prescribing Information

DailyMed Official Labeling

Health Canada Drug Product Database

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