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Could my anxiety affect the efficacy of vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine)?

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Dr. Nicholas Stratas answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Yes : Yes - anxiety may increase the symptoms of attention disorders speak to your prescribing doctor about both you anxiety and your attentional problem.

Answered 10/4/2016

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