{"id":53142,"date":"2022-08-12T09:00:13","date_gmt":"2022-08-12T13:00:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/?p=53142"},"modified":"2025-10-15T15:48:05","modified_gmt":"2025-10-15T19:48:05","slug":"vyvanse-alternatives","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/vyvanse-alternatives\/","title":{"rendered":"Vyvanse alternatives: What can I take instead of Vyvanse?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Vyvanse<\/span><\/a> is a brand-name <\/span>central nervous system<\/span> (CNS) <\/span>stimulant<\/span><\/a> drug that contains the <\/span>active ingredient<\/span> lisdexamfetamine dimesylate<\/span>. It is used to treat attention-deficit\/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in adults and children, as well as binge eating disorder in adults. <\/span>Vyvanse<\/span> has a <\/span>black box warning<\/span><\/a> (the most serious warning required by the FDA). The warning states that Vyvanse is a Schedule II <\/span>controlled substance<\/span><\/a> because it has the potential for abuse and dependence. Vyvanse is a popularly prescribed drug, but in some cases, it may not be the best option for everyone. People who are interested in changing to a different medication for the treatment of ADHD may consider a medication such as Adderall XR, Concerta, Intuniv, Ritalin, or Strattera.<\/span><\/p>\n\t\t

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\n\t\t\t\t\t$63.46\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\tGet free coupon<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t$121.00\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\tGet free coupon<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\tSee Vyvanse prices at all pharmacies<\/a>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n

What can I take in place of <\/span>Vyvanse<\/span>?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Other <\/span>types of medications<\/span> are available to treat <\/span>symptoms of ADHD<\/span> that do not improve with <\/span>Vyvanse<\/span> or when <\/span>Vyvanse<\/span> cannot be tolerated. The table below compares <\/span>Vyvanse<\/span> with common alternatives. All of the drugs listed are <\/span>prescription medications<\/span> approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (<\/span>FDA)<\/span>. This article will focus on <\/span>Vyvanse alternatives<\/span> for the <\/span>treatment of attention-deficit\/hyperactivity disorder<\/span>, as <\/span>Vyvanse<\/span> is the only drug <\/span>FDA<\/span>-approved for <\/span>binge eating disorder<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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Compare Vyvanse alternatives<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n

Drug name<\/span><\/td>\nUses<\/span><\/td>\nDosage<\/span><\/td>\nCoupons<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Vyvanse<\/span> (<\/span>lisdexamfetamine<\/span>) capsule or <\/span>chewable tablet<\/span><\/td>\nADHD<\/span><\/p>\n

Moderate to severe <\/span>binge eating disorder<\/span><\/td>\n

ADHD (adults and children 6 years and older): 30 to 70 mg by mouth in the morning<\/span><\/td>\nVyvanse<\/span> coupons<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Adderall<\/span> (<\/span>dextroamphetamine<\/span>\/ amphetamine) tablet<\/span><\/td>\nADHD<\/span><\/p>\n

Narcolepsy<\/span><\/td>\n

ADHD in adults: Total of 5 to 40 mg by mouth daily\u2014 divided into 1, 2, or 3 doses<\/span><\/p>\n

Children 3 years and older: Varies by age and other factors<\/span><\/td>\n

Adderall<\/span> coupons<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Adderall XR<\/span> (<\/span>dextroamphetamine<\/span>\/ amphetamine <\/span>extended-release<\/span>) capsule<\/span><\/td>\nADHD<\/span><\/td>\nAdults: Start at 20 mg by mouth in the morning; may increase to a maximum of 60 mg per day<\/span><\/p>\n

Children 6 years and older: Varies by age<\/span><\/td>\n

Adderall XR<\/span> coupons<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Concerta<\/span> (<\/span>methylphenidate<\/span> extended-release<\/span>) tablet<\/span><\/td>\nADHD<\/span><\/td>\nAdults 18 to 65 years old: Start at 18 to 36 mg by mouth every morning, may increase to a maximum of 72 mg every morning<\/span><\/p>\n

Children 6 years and older: Varies by age<\/span><\/td>\n

Concerta<\/span> coupons<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Focalin (<\/span>dexmethylphenidate<\/span>) tablet<\/span><\/td>\nADHD<\/span><\/td>\nAdults and children 6 years and older: 2.5 to 10 mg by mouth twice daily<\/span><\/td>\nFocalin coupons<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Focalin XR<\/span> (<\/span>dexmethylphenidate<\/span> extended-release<\/span>) capsule<\/span><\/td>\nADHD<\/span><\/td>\nAdults: 10 to 40 mg by mouth once daily in the morning<\/span><\/p>\n

Children 6 years and older: 5 to 30 mg by mouth once daily in the morning<\/span><\/td>\n

Focalin XR<\/span> coupons<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Intuniv<\/span> (<\/span>guanfacine<\/span> extended-release<\/span>) tablet<\/span><\/td>\nADHD<\/span><\/td>\nChildren and <\/span>adolescents<\/span> ages 6 to 17 years old: varies by weight<\/span><\/td>\nIntuniv<\/span> coupons<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Clonidine <\/span>extended-release<\/span> tablet\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\nADHD<\/span><\/td>\nChildren and <\/span>adolescents<\/span> ages 6 to 17 years old: 0.1 mg to 0.4 mg per day divided into 1 or 2 doses<\/span><\/td>\nClonidine ER coupons<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Quillivant XR (<\/span>methylphenidate<\/span> extended-release<\/span>) suspension<\/span><\/td>\nADHD<\/span><\/td>\nAdults and children 6 years and older: 20 to 60 mg by mouth in the morning<\/span><\/td>\nQuillivant XR coupons<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Ritalin<\/span> (<\/span>methylphenidate<\/span>) tablet<\/span><\/td>\nADHD<\/span><\/p>\n

Narcolepsy<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n

Adults: Varies; average dose is 20 to 30 mg daily in divided doses 2 or 3 times daily (maximum of 60 mg per day)<\/span><\/p>\n

Children 6 years and older: Starting dose is 5 mg twice a day before breakfast and lunch; healthcare provider may gradually increase the dose if needed<\/span><\/td>\n

Ritalin<\/span> coupons<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Strattera<\/span> (<\/span>atomoxetine<\/span>) capsules<\/span><\/td>\nADHD<\/span><\/td>\nAdults: Varies<\/span><\/p>\n

Children 6 years and older: Varies by weight<\/span><\/td>\n

Strattera<\/span> coupons<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Other alternatives to <\/span>Vyvanse<\/span> for ADHD<\/span><\/h3>\n