Elvanse Adult
Elvanse Adult helps your brain work better by improving attention, focus, and reducing impulsive behavior.
Form
kapseli, kova
Strength
40 mg
Active Ingredient
Lisdexamfetamine dimesylate
Manufacturer
Takeda Pharmaceuticals International AG Ireland Branch
How to Use
Dosage
The usual starting dose is 30 mg daily, but your doctor might start you on 20 mg and adjust the dose as needed.
Method
Take the medicine in the morning before breakfast, with or without food. You can swallow the capsule whole with water or open it and mix the contents with yogurt, water, or orange juice. Mix well and consume immediately.
Important
The maximum daily dose is 70 mg.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Decreased appetite, weight loss
- •Headache
- •Trouble sleeping
- •Dry mouth
- •Feeling agitated, nervous, or anxious
- •Dizziness
- •Stomach upset (nausea, diarrhea, stomach pain, constipation)
- •High blood pressure, fast or irregular heartbeat
- •Excessive sweating
- •Teeth grinding
RARE
- •Allergic reaction (hypersensitivity)
- •Feeling unusually excited, overly active, or uninhibited (mania)
- •Blurred vision
- •Feeling depressed or sad
- •Fever
- •Vomiting
- •Nosebleed
Important Warnings
- Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to lisdexamfetamine or any other ingredients.
- Tell your doctor if you have heart problems, high blood pressure, or a family history of heart issues.
- Inform your doctor if you have mental health issues like mood swings, aggression, or if you see/hear things that are not real.
- Tell your doctor if you have a history of misusing alcohol, prescription medicines, or illegal drugs.
- This medicine can cause dizziness or blurry vision, making it dangerous to drive or operate machinery.