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Compare Evekeo vs. Vyvanse

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  • Amphetamine
    Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine)
  • Amphetamine
    Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine)

  • Summary of Evekeo vs. Vyvanse

    Summary for Stimulant
    Prescription only

    Amphetamine is one of the first-choice treatments that's used for attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). This medication has a few brand names (e.g., Evekeo, Dynavel XR, Adzenys). It's available in many dosage forms: immediate-release tablets, extended-release tablets, orally disintegrating tablets (ODTs), and oral liquids. Possible side effects include difficulty sleeping, loss of appetite, and high blood pressure. It's important to take amphetamine as prescribed to avoid overdose or withdrawal symptoms (e.g., daytime sleepiness, larger appetite, agitation).

    Summary for Stimulant
    Prescription only

    Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine) is one of the first-choice medications used to treat attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It can also help treat binge eating disorder (BED) in adults. Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine) is taken once per day and can start to work within a couple hours. But some common side effects include difficulty sleeping and loss of appetite. It's a controlled substance because it has a high risk of misuse and dependency.

  • Indications of Evekeo vs. Vyvanse

    Indications for
    •Attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) - immediate-release, extended-release, and ODTs
    •Narcolepsy (daytime sleepiness) - immediate-release tablets only
    •Short-term add-on treatment for obesity - immediate-release tablets only
    Indications for
    •Attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) - adults and children age 6 years and older
    •Moderate-to-severe binge eating disorder (BED) - adults only

  • Pros and Cons of Evekeo vs. Vyvanse

    Pros and Const for Stimulant
    Pros
    •One of the first-choice treatments for ADHD
    •Available in many dosage forms (tablets, dissolvable tablets, liquid)
    •Some forms available as lower-cost generic medications
    •Can be used in children
    •Works within 1 hour for most people to treat symptoms of ADHD
    Cons
    •Has a risk of misuse and dependence
    •Is a controlled substance so there can be special requirements for filling a prescription
    •Orally disintegrating tablets are only available as a brand-name medication.
    •Not all forms are the same or can be substituted for one another.
    •Might not be safe during pregnancy or breastfeeding
    Pros and Const for Stimulant
    Pros
    •A first-choice medication for ADHD
    •Works well for binge eating disorder
    •In children with ADHD, might start working within 1.5 hours and last for 13 hours
    •In adults with ADHD, might start working within 2 hours and last for 14 hours
    •If you have trouble swallowing pills, you can open the capsules and sprinkle contents onto certain foods, or switch to chewable tablets.
    Cons
    •Has a risk of misuse and dependency
    •A controlled medication, so there are special requirements for getting the prescription filled
    •Dose needs to be raised and lowered slowly to avoid side effects and withdrawal symptoms
    •Not the best choice for pregnant or breastfeeding females or people with heart conditions

  • Common Side Effects of Evekeo vs. Vyvanse

    Common Side Effects for

    *Side effects might differ depending on the form and brand of amphetamine you're taking. In general:

    •Lower appetite
    •Stomach upset
    •Trouble sleeping
    •Changes in mood
    Common Side Effects for

    ADHD

    •Poor appetite (up to 39%)
    •Difficulty sleeping (up to 27%)
    •Dry mouth (26% in adults)
    •Stomach pain (12% in children younger than 12 years old)
    •Feeling irritable (10% in children younger than 12 years old)

    Binge eating disorder

    •Dry mouth (36%)
    •Difficulty sleeping (20%)

  • Warnings of Evekeo vs. Vyvanse

    Common Side Effects for
    •Misuse, addiction, and dependence
    •Serious heart or blood flow problems
    •Aggressive behavior and psychosis
    •Slow growth in children
    •Seizures
    •Raynaud's phenomenon
    •Serotonin syndrome
    •Vision problems
    Common Side Effects for
    •Misuse and dependence
    •Serious heart problems
    •Changes in behavior or thoughts
    •Slowed growth in children
    •Blood circulation problems (such as Raynaud's phenomenon)
    •Serotonin syndrome
    •Drug interactions

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