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Could taking too much vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine) cause a heart attack?

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Dr. Liesa Harte answered

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Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine) Heart Attack: Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine) is a stimulant and can cause an increase in both blood pressure and pulse, so it could cause a heart attack.

Answered 5/31/2014

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How many days after starting Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine) should I get my blood pressure and heart rate checked? I only take it when needed. Should i be on it when check?

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My heart rate started to slow after a lot of Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine) was ingested. Is this normal?

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My partners afraid of the long term effects of his Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine) prescription because the increased heart rate effect. Will he damage his heart as a result?

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Adderall 60 mg and eight hours later 60 mg Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine) but do not hav ADHD my heart rate is 134 BPM I have a pressure headache?

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I (27M) started Vyvanse for ADHD. I have family history of high BP - mine is usually ~135/85. I am concerned about the long term effects of Vyvanse on the heart. Can this cause permanent damage later in life? Are non-stim options safer for the heart?

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