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What could be the impact if i have switched from aderall xr to vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine)?

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Dr. Glen Elliott answered

Specializes in Child Psychiatry

Different delivery: Adderall xr has a two-hit delivery system, one kicking in 20-30 minutes after taking it and then again 3 1/2 to 4 hours later. Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine) is a prodrug that is inactive till it gets into the body and is broken down into lysine and amphetamine. That means effects start up much more slowly (1-2 hours) and taper off much more gradually. Side effects and benefits are about the same.

Answered 4/11/2016

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