Is lisdexamfetamine dimesylate vyvanse?

Yes. Lisdexamfetamine dimesylate is the generic name for the drug sold under the brand name Vyvanse.

- It is a prodrug of dextroamphetamine (a long-acting stimulant) used to treat ADHD in children (typically 6 years and older) and adults, and to treat binge eating disorder in adults.
- It’s a Schedule II controlled substance with potential for abuse and dependence.
- Important safety notes: use only as prescribed, avoid in people with certain heart conditions, bipolar disorder in some cases, with MAO inhibitors, or a history of substance abuse unless supervised by a clinician. Common side effects include decreased appetite, trouble sleeping, dry mouth, increased heart rate, and anxiety.

If you’d like, I can go into typical dosing ranges, common side effects, or drug interactions.