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I seem to have a problem w/ taking my vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine) consistently. does this have negative effects? what are they? i take it few days of the week

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Dr. Douglas Bey answered

No: You can take it as I needed you don't have to take it daily

Dr Altman and another doctor agreed

Answered 5/11/2016

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