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I've been taking 60mg vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine) for 3 months. i've stoped cold turkey and am lathargic/under-motivated/depressed. will i return to normal? how long?

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Dr. John Feola answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

TAPER MEDS: TOU SHOULD NEVER STOP COLD TURKEY. TALK TO YOUR DOCTOR AND TAPER SLOWLY 60mg is a very high dose. While you are waiting stay well hydrated rest and follow up ASAP.

Dr Minich agreed

Answered 4/30/2015

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