What are the most common side effects of LISDEXAMFETAMINE DIMESYLATE?

Reported side effects vary by individual. The side-effects section on this page lists the events most frequently reported to FDA FAERS for LISDEXAMFETAMINE DIMESYLATE. FAERS is voluntary reporting, so it reflects what was reported, not absolute incidence.

Is LISDEXAMFETAMINE DIMESYLATE the same as Lisdexamfetamine Dimesylate?

Lisdexamfetamine Dimesylate is a brand name for LISDEXAMFETAMINE DIMESYLATE. They share the same active ingredient and FDA-approved indications. Biosimilars and authorised generics may differ in inactive ingredients such as buffers or preservatives.

LISDEXAMFETAMINE DIMESYLATE

Q: What is LISDEXAMFETAMINE DIMESYLATE used for?

LISDEXAMFETAMINE DIMESYLATE (brand name Lisdexamfetamine Dimesylate) is a CNS Stimulant indicated for weight loss) than patients 6 years and older at the same dosage ( 5.5, weight loss) than patients 6 years and older at the same dosage [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5).

Q: How does LISDEXAMFETAMINE DIMESYLATE work?

LISDEXAMFETAMINE DIMESYLATE works through the following mechanism: 12.1 Mechanism of Action Lisdexamfetamine is a prodrug of dextroamphetamine. Amphetamines are non-catecholamine sympathomimetic amines with CNS stimulant activity. The exact mode of therapeutic action in ADHD and BED is not known..

CNS Stimulant

Brand names: Lisdexamfetamine Dimesylate

Oral

Mechanism of Action

12.1 Mechanism of Action Lisdexamfetamine is a prodrug of dextroamphetamine. Amphetamines are non-catecholamine sympathomimetic amines with CNS stimulant activity. The exact mode of therapeutic action in ADHD and BED is not known.

Indications

weight loss) than patients 6 years and older at the same dosage ( 5.5

weight loss) than patients 6 years and older at the same dosage [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5)

Contraindications

• Stevens-Johnson Syndrome
• angioedema
• and urticaria have been observed in postmarketing reports [see Adverse Reactions (6.2) ] . Patients taking monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs)
• or within 14 days of stopping MAOIs (including MAOIs such as linezolid or intravenous methylene blue)
• or within 14 days of the last MAO inhibitor dose ( 4

FDA Warnings

5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Risks to Patients with Serious Cardiac Disease: Avoid use in patients with known structural cardiac abnormalities, cardiomyopathy, serious cardiac arrhythmia, coronary artery disease, or other serious cardiac disease
3 ) Psychiatric Adverse Reactions: Prior to initiating lisdexamfetamine dimesylate capsules, screen patients for risk factors for developing a manic episode
6 ) Serotonin Syndrome: Increased risk when co-administered with serotonergic agents (e
The use of lisdexamfetamine dimesylate capsules exposes individuals to the risks of abuse and misuse, which can lead to the development of a substance use disorder, including addiction

Known Side Effects

7 documented side effects by frequency

Drug Not Working

>10%

Fatigue

1-10%

Anxiety

1-10%

Headache

1-10%

Nausea

1-10%

Insomnia

1-10%

Depression

1-10%

Community Discussions

3 Reddit threads analysed for LISDEXAMFETAMINE DIMESYLATE

Overall Sentiment

Mixed

Comparison Threads

Avg Post Score

1,220 upvotes

Patient Experiences (r/pharmacy, r/AskDocs & more)

how did i not realize how HORRIBLE the green screen looked oh my

r/shameless1,751694mo ago

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r/vancouver1,1181012y ago

Help me I am the sweatiest woman alive

It is currently a sweltering 24C (75F) and I am not coping well. I am extremely pasty white British lady and anything over 19C (66F) is hellish for me. Whilst I have always been somewhat averse to the heat, but since combining lisdexamfetamine and venlafaxine I am not coping well. Mentally, the bes

r/adhdwomen7904031y ago

Community discussions are sourced from public Reddit threads. Content reflects individual opinions and is not medical advice.

Primary sources

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DailyMed FDA label search → LISDEXAMFETAMINE DIMESYLATE openFDA label JSON → LISDEXAMFETAMINE DIMESYLATE FAERS adverse-event reports → LISDEXAMFETAMINE DIMESYLATE ClinicalTrials.gov → completed Phase 2+ trials of LISDEXAMFETAMINE DIMESYLATE

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Formulations

Dosage Forms

Tablet

Route

Oral