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Lisdexamfetamine
Drug ClassStimulant
Year Approved2007
Conditions TreatedADHD, binge eating
AvailabilityPrescription
About Lisdexamfetamine
A prodrug of dextroamphetamine marketed as Vyvanse. Lisdexamfetamine treats ADHD and binge eating disorder. As a prodrug, it is converted to active amphetamine slowly in the body, providing smoother effects and lower abuse potential than immediate amphetamine. Lisdexamfetamine is one of the most prescribed ADHD medications in the US. It has a long duration of action. The drug has become the first choice stimulant for many ADHD patients due to its long duration and reduced abuse potential.