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Compare Evekeo vs. Mydayis

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Key takeaways

Amphetamine sulfate (brands: Evekeo, Adzenys XR ODT) and Adderall XR (generic name: dextroamphetamine/amphetamine salts extended release) are both stimulant medications used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). While both medications are effective for ADHD, they have some differences. Amphetamine sulfate is available in various forms, including immediate-release tablets, extended-release tablets, orally disintegrating tablets, and oral liquids, whereas Adderall XR is only available in extended-release capsules. Amphetamine sulfate can also be used for narcolepsy and short-term obesity treatment, but Adderall XR is only approved for ADHD. Adderall XR is typically taken once a day and lasts up to 12 hours, while the duration of amphetamine sulfate's effects depends on the form taken. Both medications have a risk of misuse and dependence, but Adderall XR is available as a lower-cost generic, whereas some forms of amphetamine sulfate are only available as brand-name medications. Additionally, Adderall XR can be used in children as young as 6 years old, while Mydayis, another form of Adderall XR, is only approved for those 13 and older.

  • Amphetamine (Evekeo)
    Mydayis
  • Amphetamine (Evekeo)
    Mydayis

  • Summary of Evekeo vs. Mydayis

    Summary for Stimulant
    Prescription only

    Immediate-release amphetamine, also known under the brand name Evekeo, is a stimulant. It's used to treat attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in people 3 years and older. This medication can also help adults and some kids with narcolepsy. It's also approved to be used for a few weeks as an add-on treatment for obesity in people 12 and older. Immediate-release amphetamine comes as a tablet that you swallow with liquid. The dosage depends on why you're taking it and how well it works for you. Side effects can include loss of appetite and trouble sleeping. There are brand-name and generic versions. But there are special restrictions to get it because it's a controlled substance.

    Summary for Stimulant
    Prescription only

    Mydayis is a stimulant medication for attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It contains an extended-release amphetamine salt combo (dextroamphetamine and amphetamine salts). Mydayis comes as a capsule for people 13 years of age and older. It's taken by mouth once a day in the morning after waking up. The dosage can be adjusted based on how well the medication works for you. Common side effects include low appetite, trouble sleeping, and dry mouth. It's a controlled substance because of its risk of misuse and dependency. Mydayis is a brand-name and generic medication.

  • Indications of Evekeo vs. Mydayis

    Indications for
    •Attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
    •Narcolepsy
    •Short-term add-on treatment for obesity
    Indications for
    •Attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in people ages 13 years and older

  • Pros and Cons of Evekeo vs. Mydayis

    Pros and Const for Stimulant
    Pros
    •One of the first-choice medications for ADHD
    •Typically works within 45 minutes
    Cons
    •Has a risk of misuse and dependence
    •Lasts just 4 to 6 hours, so might need to take more than one time each day
    •Can cause higher blood pressure
    Pros and Const for Stimulant
    Pros
    •A first-choice medication for ADHD
    •Taken by mouth once a day with or without food
    •Starts to work within 45 minutes and can last for up to 16 hours
    •Can open capsule and sprinkle contents on applesauce if you have trouble swallowing pills whole
    Cons
    •Has a risk of misuse and dependency
    •A controlled medication, so there are special requirements for getting the prescription filled
    •Need to take gradually lower doses before stopping to prevent withdrawal symptoms
    •Not the best choice for people with heart conditions

  • Common Side Effects of Evekeo vs. Mydayis

    Common Side Effects for
    •Low appetite
    •Trouble sleeping
    •Headache
    Common Side Effects for

    Children:

    •Low appetite (22%)

    Adults:

    •Trouble sleeping (31%)
    •Low appetite (30%)
    •Dry mouth (23%)

  • Warnings of Evekeo vs. Mydayis

    Common Side Effects for
    •Risk of misuse and addiction
    •Risks to people with serious heart conditions
    •Higher blood pressure and faster heart rate
    •Strange thoughts or behaviors
    •Slow growth in children
    •Seizures
    •Problems with blood flow in the arms and legs, including Raynaud's phenomenon
    •Serotonin syndrome
    Common Side Effects for
    •Risk of misuse and addiction
    •Risks to people with serious heart conditions
    •Higher blood pressure and faster heart rate
    •Strange thoughts or behaviors
    •Slow growth in children
    •Problems with blood flow in the arms and legs, including Raynaud's phenomenon
    •Seizures
    •Serotonin syndrome

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