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Could i stop taking vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine) cold turkey?

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Dr. Pamela Pappas answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

It depends: Stopping vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine) suddenly after using high doses for prolonged periods could lead to withdrawal symptoms of depression and extreme fatigue.

Dr Fowler and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 7/17/2017

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