About lisdexamfetamine dimesilate
Central nervous system stimulant
Used for
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
- Moderate-to-severe binge-eating disorder in adults
Usual adult dose
ADHD: usually 30 mg once each morning; adjust weekly to 30–70 mg daily. Binge-eating disorder: start 30 mg each morning; usual 50–70 mg daily.
Usual dose in children
ADHD, ages 6 and older: usually 30 mg once each morning; adjust weekly to 30–70 mg daily.
Common side effects
- Reduced appetite and weight loss
- Insomnia
- Dry mouth
- Increased heart rate or blood pressure
Important warnings
- Risk of misuse, dependence, and overdose
- Can worsen heart problems or psychiatric symptoms
- May cause slowed growth in children
- Avoid with monoamine oxidase inhibitors or within 14 days of stopping them
Pregnancy
May cause fetal harm; use during pregnancy only when potential benefit justifies potential risk.
Breastfeeding
Not recommended during breastfeeding because of potential infant harm and reduced milk production.
Interactions
- Monoamine oxidase inhibitors can cause dangerous blood pressure elevation
- Other stimulants may increase heart rate and blood pressure
- Serotonergic medicines may increase serotonin syndrome risk
- Alkalinizing or acidifying medicines can alter blood levels
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.