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Hi! my doctor put me on vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine) for adhd, it's helping me lose weight! which is good, but if i go off of it, will i gain it all back fast?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Weight loss: Yes the weight will return.

Answered 11/25/2013

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Likely: Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine) causes weight loss by suppressing appetite. When it is discontinued appetite will be restored. To keep the weight off, the combination of exercise and diet will help.

Dr Altman and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 5/16/2016

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A member asked:

Hi! my doctor put me on vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine) for adhd, it's helping me lose weight! which is good, but if i go off of it, will i gain it all back fast?

6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Oscar Novick answered

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Dr Altman and 3 doctors agreed

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