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Vyvanse is a drug used in the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, in combination with a series of other therapies to help patients improve their original abilities.
1. What does Vyvanse do?
Vyvanse or Lisdexamfetamine is a specific medication for the treatment of ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder), as part of an overall treatment plan that includes psychosocial and psychosocial therapies and a variety of methods. other treatment. The drug can increase the ability to pay attention and stop the feeling of restlessness in the patient. It is also used to treat binge eating disorder (BED) by reducing the patient's frequency of eating. Vyvanse is considered a stimulant, capable of re-balancing certain natural chemicals such as neurotransmitters in the brain. Vyvanse is not recommended for weight loss because it can cause extremely dangerous side effects.
Carefully read the instructions for use provided by the pharmacist before taking the medicine to avoid the risk of side effects. Patients can take the drug with food or separately as directed by the treating doctor, usually once a day in the morning. Vyvanse should not be taken in the afternoon or evening because it may cause the patient to fall asleep. The dose of the drug is given by the doctor based on the patient's medical condition as well as the reaction to the drug. The doctor can adjust the dose appropriately several times to find out what is the most appropriate dose for a given patient. If the patient is taking the drug in the form of a chewable tablet, be sure to chew the tablet thoroughly and then swallow it. In case of taking the drug in capsule form, swallow the tablet completely without chewing. However, if the patient is experiencing some swallowing problems such as difficulty swallowing, the patient can open the capsule and pour all the powder inside into a glass of water or orange juice, then mix them together. . Use a spoon to stir all the remaining powder together, stirring until the powder and water are completely dissolved, ready to drink immediately.
Take Vyvanse regularly to get the fastest effect, it is best to take it at the same time every day. During treatment, the doctor will sometimes ask the patient to stop taking the drug for a short time to see if the patient has any behavioral changes so that he can make a decision about continuing to take the drug. most accurately. If the drug is stopped suddenly without the approval of the treating doctor, the patient may develop some withdrawal symptoms such as severe fatigue, sleep problems, mood swings, etc. Therefore, it is necessary to gradually reduce the dose as prescribed by the doctor, not suddenly reduce when taking high doses of the drug. Drugs can also be addictive, so if a patient has a substance use disorder, they should be more careful about this, do not increase the dose on their own, but take the correct dose on a regular basis.
Thuốc Vyvanse cần được sử dụng theo đúng chỉ định của bác sĩ
2. Notes when using Vyvanse
Some common side effects when taking Vyvanse or some other drugs include nausea, vomiting, constipation, stomach pain, loss of appetite, dry lips, headache, anxiety, dizziness, sleep disturbances sleep, sweating, weight loss, irritability, restlessness,... If these symptoms persist for a long time and get worse, you should notify your doctor immediately.
Vyvanse medicine can cause high blood pressure, so patients need to have their blood pressure measured regularly while using the drug, if the blood pressure index is high, they should notify the doctor. Symptoms of a serious side effect from taking the drug are blurred vision; fast, slow or irregular heartbeat; mood swings; behavior change; irritability; agitation; depression; illusion; suicidal thoughts; uncontrolled movement; muscle tremors; blood flow problems in the fingers and toes such as cold, numbness, pain, changes in skin color in these areas; unusual wounds on fingers and toes; loss of interest in sex; rapid weight loss, unexplained weight loss;... Patients should also seek medical help if they have any of the following symptoms including shortness of breath, fainting, chest pain, jaw pain, convulsions , weakness on one side of the body, difficulty speaking, confusion, sudden vision changes.
This drug can also increase serotonin levels in the body but rarely leads to serotonin toxicity. On the other hand, serotonin levels can also increase if the patient is taking certain other medications, so it is important to inform the doctor about the medications you are taking to find the exact cause.
3. Conclusion
Vyvanse drug, although specific in treating symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, also brings some unwanted effects. Therefore, it is important to consult with your doctor about dosage, usage, and the possibility of side effects before taking the drug.
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