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Vyvanse Oral

Precautions and Side Effects


Generic Name: LISDEXAMFETAMINE - ORAL
Pronounced: (lis-DEX-am-FET-a-meen)

Vyvanse Oral Warning

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Misuse or abuse of amphetamines may result in serious (possibly fatal) heart and blood pressure problems. Amphetamine-type medications can be habit-forming. Use only as directed. If you use this drug for a long time, you may become dependent on it and may have withdrawal symptoms after stopping the drug. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details. (See also How to Use section.)

Vyvanse Oral Side Effects

Nausea, vomiting, stomach/abdominal pain, loss of appetite, dry mouth, headache, nervousness, dizziness, trouble sleeping, sweating, weight loss, irritability, or restlessness may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor promptly.

Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medicine because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur:

  • blurred vision
  • fast/pounding/irregular heartbeat
  • mental/mood/behavior changes (e.g., agitation, aggression, mood swings, depression, hallucinations, abnormal thoughts/behavior)
  • uncontrolled movements
  • muscle twitching/shaking
  • outbursts of words/sounds
  • change in sexual ability/interest
  • swelling ankles/feet
  • extreme tiredness
  • rapid/unexplained weight loss


Seek immediate medical attention if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur:

  • shortness of breath
  • fainting
  • chest/jaw/left arm pain
  • seizures
  • weakness on one side of the body
  • slurred speech
  • confusion
  • sudden vision changes


A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction may include:

  • rash
  • itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat)
  • severe dizziness
  • trouble breathing


This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. In the US, you may report side effects to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) at 1-800-FDA-1088.

In Canada, you may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.

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