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Xelstrym Alternatives Compared

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Xelstrym (dextroamphetamine) Adderall (amphetamine / dextroamphetamine) Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine)
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Xelstrym (dextroamphetamine) Adderall (amphetamine / dextroamphetamine) Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine)
Prescription only

Prescribed for ADHD. Xelstrym may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Prescription only

Adderall is a combination of four different amphetamine salts and may be used to improve attention, focus, or reduce impulsive behaviors in children over the age of 3 and adults with ADHD. It can... View more

Prescription only

Vyvanse is a stimulant used for the treatment of ADHD to reduce symptoms such as impulsiveness and hyperactivity and to increase attention. It can also help increase the number of binge-free days per... View more

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Ratings & Reviews

Xelstrym has an average rating of 9.0 out of 10 from a total of 8 ratings on Drugs.com. 100% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 0% reported a negative effect.

Adderall has an average rating of 7.2 out of 10 from a total of 505 ratings on Drugs.com. 63% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 18% reported a negative effect.

Vyvanse has an average rating of 7.4 out of 10 from a total of 973 ratings on Drugs.com. 65% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 15% reported a negative effect.

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Drug Class
Generic Availability

No lower cost generic approved

Lower cost generic approved

Lower cost generic approved
Pricing and Coupons * Prices are without insurance
Quantity 30 film
Strength 4.5 mg/9 hours
Per unit* $18.50
Cost* $554.92

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Quantity 100 tablet
Strength 5 mg
Per unit* $12.62
Cost* $1,262.31

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Quantity 100 capsule
Strength 30 mg
Per unit* $13.90
Cost* $1,389.89

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Dosage Forms
  • Transdermal film
  • Oral tablet
  • Oral capsule
  • Oral tablet, chewable
Brand Names
Other dextroamphetamine brands include: Dexedrine, ProCentra, Zenzedi Other amphetamine / dextroamphetamine brands include: Adderall XR, Mydayis

N/A
Half Life Drug half-life is the time required for plasma concentration to reduce to half its original value.

12 hours

14 hours

1 hour
CSA Schedule 1 View glossary of CSA terms
2
High potential for abuse

Has a high potential for abuse. Has a currently accepted medical use in treatment in the United States or a currently accepted medical use with severe restrictions. Abuse may lead to severe psychological or physical dependence.
2
High potential for abuse

Has a high potential for abuse. Has a currently accepted medical use in treatment in the United States or a currently accepted medical use with severe restrictions. Abuse may lead to severe psychological or physical dependence.
2
High potential for abuse

Has a high potential for abuse. Has a currently accepted medical use in treatment in the United States or a currently accepted medical use with severe restrictions. Abuse may lead to severe psychological or physical dependence.
Pregnancy Category
C
Category C Risk cannot be ruled out

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C
Category C Risk cannot be ruled out

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C
Category C Risk cannot be ruled out

See the full pregnancy warnings document.
Drug Interactions

A total of 211 drugs are known to interact with Xelstrym:

  • 38 major drug interactions (135 brand and generic names)
  • 166 moderate drug interactions (908 brand and generic names)
  • 7 minor drug interactions (22 brand and generic names)

A total of 220 drugs are known to interact with Adderall:

  • 38 major drug interactions (135 brand and generic names)
  • 174 moderate drug interactions (939 brand and generic names)
  • 8 minor drug interactions (28 brand and generic names)

A total of 393 drugs are known to interact with Vyvanse:

  • 100 major drug interactions (303 brand and generic names)
  • 284 moderate drug interactions (1399 brand and generic names)
  • 9 minor drug interactions (27 brand and generic names)
Alcohol/Food/Lifestyle Interactions
  • Using dextroamphetamine together with alcohol can increase the risk of cardiovascular side effects... View more
  • Using amphetamine together with alcohol can increase the risk of cardiovascular side effects such... View more
  • Using lisdexamfetamine together with alcohol can increase the risk of cardiovascular side effects... View more
Disease Interactions
First Approval Date

March 22, 2022

January 19, 1960

February 23, 2007
WADA Class View classifications

N/A

N/A
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