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Compare Mydayis vs. Vyvanse

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  • Mydayis
    Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine)
  • Mydayis
    Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine)

  • Summary of Mydayis vs. Vyvanse

    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.

    Summary for Stimulant
    Prescription only

    Vyvanse, the brand name for lisdexamfetamine, is a stimulant medication. It's used to treat attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in people 6 years and older. It can also treat binge eating disorder (BED) in adults. Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine) comes as capsules and chewable tablets. It's taken once per day in the morning. The dosage starts low and gets adjusted based on how you respond to the medication. Common side effects include trouble sleeping and loss of appetite. Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine) is a controlled substance because it has a high risk of misuse and dependency.

  • Indications of Mydayis vs. Vyvanse

    Indications for
    •Attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in people ages 13 years and older
    Indications for
    •Attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in people 6 years and older
    •Moderate-to-severe binge eating disorder (BED) in adults

  • Pros and Cons of Mydayis vs. Vyvanse

    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
    Pros and Const for Stimulant
    Pros
    •A first-choice ADHD medication
    •Can help with ADHD for up to 14 hours with each dose
    •For binge eating disorder, can lower the number of binge-eating days per week by about one and a half days
    •Has a few options for people who have trouble swallowing pills whole (open the capsule 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
    •Might need to take gradually lower doses before stopping to avoid withdrawal symptoms
    •Not the best choice for people with heart conditions

  • Common Side Effects of Mydayis vs. Vyvanse

    Common Side Effects for

    Children:

    •Low appetite (22%)

    Adults:

    •Trouble sleeping (31%)
    •Low appetite (30%)
    •Dry mouth (23%)
    Common Side Effects for

    ADHD

    •Lower appetite (27%)
    •Trouble sleeping (27%)
    •Dry mouth (26%)

    Binge eating disorder

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

  • Warnings of Mydayis vs. Vyvanse

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

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