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When Carl's ADHD sym ptom s are
controlled, even at
6 p m
,
he's able to focus and
pay attention so friends can see the child I see.
Vyvanse has been shown to provide significant
symptom control for up to 12 hours from
morning through homework and family time.
If yo u rch ild with ADHD has trouble focusing,
ask the doctor about Vyvanse.
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CO N S ISTEN TLY V Y V A N S E
- • V y v a n s e ®
.
(lisdexam
fetam
ine
* r •* ‘dimesylate) capsules
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Vyvanse is indicated for the treatment of ADHD. Efficacy based on two
controlled trials in children aged 6 to 12 and one controlled trial in adults.
Tell the doctor about any heart conditions, including structural
abnormalities, that you, your child, or a fam ily member, may have.
Inform the doctor
immediately
if you or your child develops symptoms
that suggest heart problems, such as chest pain or fainting.
Vyvanse should not be taken if you or your child has advanced disease
of the
blood vessels
(arteriosclerosis); symptomatic
heart disease;
moderate to severe high blood pressure; overactive thyroid gland
(hyperthyroidism); known allergy or unusual reactions to drugs called
sympathomimetic amines (for example, pseudoephedrine); seizures;
glaucoma; a history of problems with alcohol or drugs; agitated states;
taken a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) within the last
14
days.
Tell the doctor
before
taking Vyvanse if you or your child is being
treated for or has symptoms of depression (sadness, worthlessness, or
hopelessness) or bipolar disorder; has abnormal thought or visions, hears
abnormal sounds,or has been diagnosed with psychosis; has had seizures
or abnormal EEGs;hasor has had high blood pressure; exhibits aggressive
behavior or hostility. Tell the doctor
immediately
if you or your child
develops any of these conditions or symptoms while taking Vyvanse.
Abuse of amphetamines
may lead
to dependence. Misuse of
amphetamine may cause sudden death and serious cardiovascular
adverse events. These events have also been reported rarely with
amphetamine use.
Vyvanse was generally well tolerated
in clinical
studies. The most
common side effects reported in studies of Vyvanse were:
children -
decreased appetite, difficulty falling asleep, stomachache, and irritability;
adult -
decreased appetite, difficulty falling asleep, and dry mouth.
Aggression, new abnormal thoughts/behaviors, mania, growth
suppression, worsening of motion or verbal tics, andTourette's syndrome
have been associated with use of drugs of this type. Tell the doctor if
you or your child has blurred vision while taking Vyvanse.
Please see Patient Brief Summary of Full Prescribing Information
on the following page.
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