Vyvanse

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    Vyvanse Basics

    What is Vyvanse Used For?

    It is used to treat attention deficit problems with hyperactivity.
    It is used to treat binge eating disorder.
    It may be given to you for other reasons. Talk with the doctor.

    Pronunciation

    (lis dex am FET a meen)

    Common Brands

    Vyvanse

    Drug Class

    Central Nervous System Stimulant

    Controlled Substance Classification

    SCHEDULE II

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    What are the side effects of Vyvanse?

    With any medication, there are risks and benefits. Even if the medication is working, you may experience some unwanted side effects.

    WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect:Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing, swallowing, or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat.Signs of high blood pressure like very bad headache or dizziness, passing out, or change in eyesight.A fast heartbeat.A heartbeat that does not feel normal.Not able to get or keep an erection.Lowered interest in sex.Restlessness.Shakiness.Change in color of hands or feet from pale to blue or red.Numbness, pain, tingling, or cold feeling of the hands or feet.Any sores or wounds on the fingers or toes.Dark urine.Not able to pass urine or change in how much urine is passed.Muscle pain or weakness.Heart attacks, strokes, and sudden deaths have happened in adults taking this drug. Sudden deaths have also happened in children with some heart problems or heart defects. Call your doctor right away if you have a fast, slow, or abnormal heartbeat; weakness on 1 side of the body; trouble speaking or thinking; change in balance; drooping on 1 side of the face; change in eyesight; chest pain or pressure; shortness of breath; or severe dizziness or passing out.A severe and sometimes deadly problem called serotonin syndrome may happen if you take this drug with certain other drugs. Call your doctor right away if you have agitation; change in balance; confusion; hallucinations; fever; fast or abnormal heartbeat; flushing; muscle twitching or stiffness; seizures; shivering or shaking; sweating a lot; severe diarrhea, upset stomach, or throwing up; or severe headache.

    All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away:
    Anxiety.
    Constipation.
    Diarrhea.
    Upset stomach or throwing up.
    Dry mouth.
    Feeling jittery.
    Not hungry.
    Weight loss.
    Not able to sleep.
    Dizziness.
    Belly pain.
    These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.
    You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-332-1088. You may also report side effects at https://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

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