Elvanse (Lisdexamfetamine)

Elvanse (Lisdexamfetamine) is a stimulant medication that is used to treat ADHD in children and adults and for moderate-to-severe binge eating disorder in adults. Also help to reduce the symptoms of hyperactivity and impulse behaviour and increase attention and concentration span

Elvanse

Elvanse is a comprehensive treatment for attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in adults. People with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder show persistent restlessness, impulsiveness and/or inattention. Elvanse is not indicated in all adult patients and the decision to use the medicinal product must take into consideration the profile of the patient. Lisdexamfetamine works on the parts of the brain responsible for self-control and attention including a thorough assessment of the severity and chronicity of the patient’s symptoms. It improves activity in these areas, helping them to work better. This helps to focus attention, improve concentration, and reduce impulsive behaviour.

The potential for abuse, misuse or diversion and clinical response to any previous pharmacotherapies for the treatment of ADHD. It will initially be prescribed by a specialist doctor. Make sure you (or your child) take the capsules exactly as your doctor tells you. As there are several strengths of lisdexamfetamine capsule available, each time you collect a fresh supply. This dose may then be increased over the following few weeks, which will mean taking a different strength of capsule. The starting dose is usually 20–30 mg daily, taken in the morning.

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