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A member asked:

Is vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine) suppose to increase appetite? it's my first day on it and i stay hungry. i do not need to gain any i just never heard of it increasing it.

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NOT USUALLY: In adults the stimulants may or may not lead to appetite suppression. I have never really heard of appetite increase.

Dr Altman and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 5/1/2016

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