Liadexamfetamine

Question 1

Alternate name of Lisdexamfetamine

Answer 1

Vyvanse

Question 2

what are the two indicators of Lisdexamfetamine

Answer 2

ADHD, Binge eating

Question 3

Starting dose of Lisdexamfetamine

Answer 3

30 mg/ qAM

Question 4

Max dose of Lisdexamfetamine

Answer 4

70 mg/ qAM

Question 5

Titration interval of Lisdexamfetamine

Answer 5

10 - 20 mg / weekly

Question 6

Onset time of Lisdexamfetamine

Answer 6

1 - 2 hours

Question 7

Duration of Lisdexamfetamine

Answer 7

10 - 14 hours

Question 8

Advantage of Lisdexamfetamine

Answer 8

No drop off period ( Fatigue, irritability)

Powdered med (Abuse deterrent)

Question 9

Why is it considered “abuse deterrent” ?

Answer 9

Powdered med, NO ACTIVE AMPHETAMINE. Even if you snort it, it will not allow euphoric response.

Question 10

Tests for Lisdexamfetamine

Answer 10

Cardiac hx (Maybe EKG)

UDS

Blood pressure

Question 11

Typical side effects of Lisdexamfetamine

Answer 11

Insomnia, Headache, agitation, anorexia, tics, stomach pain, tachy.

Question 12

Response if patient feels like it is not kicking in

Answer 12

1. Take earlier
2. Take on empty stomach

Food decreases effect of med slightly

Carlat, 25.