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The following list is not intended to be a complete list of drug interactions. It is best to consult your doctor or pharmacist for a complete list. Vyvanse and Ritalin are schedule II narcotics, and therefore have a very high potential for abuse and misuse. These medications should be taken exactly as directed, and patients must be monitored closely by their healthcare providers while on these medications.
Sudden death, stroke, and cardiac arrest have been reported in patients taking CNS stimulants, even at recommended doses. Sudden death has occurred in children and adolescents with cardiac abnormalities.
For this reason, the use of Vyvanse and Ritalin should be avoided in patients with a history of coronary artery disease or with known cardiac abnormalities. CNS stimulants can exacerbate behavior disturbances in patients with pre-existing psychiatric disorders. These patients should be monitored closely if CNS stimulants are necessary. Bipolar patients may experience mixed or manic episodes while on CNS stimulants. Vyvanse is a prescription medication used in the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder as well as binge-eating disorder.
Vyvanse is a central nervous system stimulant and is a schedule II controlled substance as classified by the DEA. It is available as a capsule or chewable tablet in strengths ranging from 10 mg to 70 mg. Ritalin is a prescription medication used in the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder as well as narcolepsy. Ritalin is a central nervous system stimulant and is a schedule II controlled substance as classified by the DEA.
It is available as an immediate-release tablet in 5 mg, 10 mg, and 20 mg strengths. It is also available as a long-acting formulation in oral capsules ranging from 10 mg to 60 mg. Vyvanse works to increase catecholamines in the neuronal synapse by stimulating their release, while Ritalin blocks reuptake of the catecholamines to effectively leave more free catecholamines in the neuronal synapse.
Studies show that Vyvanse may show a greater improvement in symptomatology, but Ritalin is more cost-effective and leads to a lower rate of side effects.
This means there have not been adequate human studies to determine safety. The use of amphetamines during pregnancy may lead to an increased risk of premature birth and low birth weight. Newborns may experience symptoms of withdrawal. These drugs should only be used when the benefits clearly outweigh the risks. Alcohol use could increase the serum blood concentrations of amphetamine-related drugs, and therefore alcohol should be avoided when on these medications.
Vyvanse is converted in the body to its active metabolite, dexmethylphenidate. Dexmethylphenidate is the active ingredient in Focalin formulations. All but two trials specified that these were investigator scored based on interviews with parents, while the other two did not show that an alternative to this common practice was used.
Safety and tolerability were ascertained from both all-cause discontinuations and discontinuation due to adverse effects. The average daily dose of lisdexamfetamine ranged from There were insufficient data to analyze methylphenidate immediate release.
This controlled delivery gives people a steady dose of the drug and allows for long term symptom control. Concerta is available in a less expensive generic form. However, the generic versions do not use the OROS pump delivery system and, therefore, may not have the same effects as Concerta. As a result, the tablets may not be suitable for children who cannot swallow pills. Concerta is available in tablets of the following strengths :.
A doctor will usually start by prescribing the lowest possible dosage, increasing it only if necessary. Doctors prescribe Concerta to treat the symptoms of ADHD because it acts as a stimulant that increases the levels of norepinephrine and dopamine in the brain. Norepinephrine and dopamine are two chemicals in the brain that have an association with ADHD symptoms. Concerta has approval for the treatment of ADHD in people between 6 and 65 years old.
The generic name of the drug Vyvanse is lisdexamfetamine. The body breaks down lisdexamfetamine into dextroamphetamine after a person swallows it. This compound has stimulating effects on the brain, but doctors are unsure exactly how it treats symptoms of ADHD or binge eating disorder. Vyvanse is available in both a capsule and chewable form. Vyvanse capsules are available in the following strengths:. Doctors will prescribe a starting dosage of 30 mg once daily in the morning for people 6 years or older with ADHD.
If this initial dosage is not providing symptom relief, the doctor may raise the daily dose by 10 or 20 mg each week. To treat binge eating disorder, people can start with a dosage of 30 mg per day. The doctor can increase the daily dose by 20 mg weekly until it reaches 50—70 mg per day. All stimulants can cause side effects. A person should speak to a doctor if the side effects of a medication are bothersome or outweigh the positive effects.
While Concerta can cause persistent and painful erections , there are no reports of Vyvanse having this effect. Concerta and Vyvanse belong to the same class of medications — stimulants — and they have similar risks and considerations.
Children and adults with heart problems must avoid using Concerta or Vyvanse because stimulants can worsen heart conditions.
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