I am confussed because drugs.com sites Lisdexamfetamine as Generic for Vyvanse, however, my pharmacy tells me that Vyvanse will not have a generic until 2023. I would like to not pay the premium price if a generic is really available. please advise.
Generic for Vyvanse?
Question posted by torimom2 on 2 June 2010
Last updated on 6 November 2010
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Rajive Goel
3 June 2010
Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine dimesylate) is a prescription medication that is approved for treating attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in adults and in children age 6 to 12 years old. It belongs to a group of medications known as amphetamines.
Vyvanse is manufactured by Shire US. Vyvanse is currently protected by a patent that prevents any generic Vyvanse from being manufactured in the United States.
torimom2
3 June 2010
So, they are one in the same. I did not recall seeing the Lisdexamfetamine in the section of generic prior to this month, I only had recalled seeing the word Vyvanse, so I had hoped that there were a generic form available.
I am very over weight and wondered if there were any studies or experiences with the dosage in relation to the patients weight?
deer4buck
7 Nov 2010
My son (19yrs) takes Vyvanse and he has lost weight. It has made him more out going. I only have good thing to say about it. I belive that it is important to get a doctor that will lession to you and that you need to tell the doctor what and how the drug makes you feel.
He has been on lots of different drugs at one time and now he has a good Dr. and he is only on 2 drugs.
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