Vyvanse (generic name: lisdexamfetamine) is primarily used for:
- Treating Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in adults and children aged 6 years and older. It helps improve symptoms such as inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsiveness by affecting chemicals in the brain and nerves that contribute to these behaviors
- Treating moderate to severe binge eating disorder (BED) in adults when nonpharmacological treatments are unsuccessful or unavailable. It helps reduce the frequency of binge-eating episodes
Vyvanse is a central nervous system stimulant that works by increasing levels of norepinephrine and dopamine in the brain, which helps regulate attention and impulse control
. It is not approved for weight loss or obesity treatment and should be used as part of a comprehensive treatment program that may include psychological, educational, and social therapies
. Because Vyvanse is a controlled substance with potential for abuse and dependence, it must be used under medical supervision
