{"id":627742,"date":"2024-05-01T09:30:01","date_gmt":"2024-05-01T13:30:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/?p=627742"},"modified":"2024-10-25T09:59:12","modified_gmt":"2024-10-25T13:59:12","slug":"how-long-does-vyvanse-take-to-work","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/how-long-does-vyvanse-take-to-work\/","title":{"rendered":"How long does Vyvanse take to work?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Vyvanse<\/span><\/a> is primarily used to treat two conditions: <\/span>attention deficit hyperactivity disorder<\/span><\/a> (ADHD) and <\/span>binge eating disorder<\/span><\/a>. Both are common—<\/span>8.1% of adults in the U.S.<\/span><\/a> have or will be diagnosed with ADHD, and about <\/span>30 million Americans<\/span><\/a> live with an eating disorder. This means a lot of people can benefit from this medication. The active ingredient in Vyvanse, lisdexamfetamine dimesylate, transforms into dextroamphetamine in the body, which targets the central nervous system to enhance focus and decrease impulsivity in individuals with ADHD. For those with binge eating disorder, Vyvanse helps to moderate appetite, control compulsive eating behaviors, and rein in <\/span>impulsivity<\/span><\/a>. Because it works quickly, many people are able to tell within a short period of time whether the medication is helping relieve their symptoms.<\/span><\/p>\n

Research shows<\/span><\/a> that Vyvanse can start working within one and a half hours of ingestion. Its effects can last up to 14 hours, providing all-day symptom control for many individuals, says <\/span>Clifford Feldman<\/span><\/a>, MD, a psychiatrist in Los Angeles and Medical Director at <\/span>Solace Treatment Center<\/span><\/a>. However, factors like metabolism, diet, and other medications influence how quickly it works.<\/span><\/p>\n

How long does it take for Vyvanse to work? <\/span><\/h2>\n

Vyvanse<\/span><\/a> typically begins working within 90 minutes of taking the medication, and its effects last up to 14 hours. However, many people feel the effects sooner. <\/span>Luke Prest<\/span><\/a>, MD, a pediatrician in Pennsylvania, says his patients report that Vyvanse starts working in 30 to 60 minutes. “Some individuals will notice the effect of Vyvanse the first time they take the medication, but the maximum benefit may take 2-3 weeks to be attained,” says Dr. Prest.<\/span><\/p>\n

Vyvanse<\/span><\/a> is designed to be a once-daily, long-acting medication. The extended-release formula helps manage the symptoms of ADHD or <\/span>binge eating disorder<\/span><\/a> without the need for multiple doses.<\/span><\/p>\n

Why doesn’t Vyvanse work on exactly the same timeline for everyone? Well, that has something to do with how your body processes the medication. Vyvanse is a prodrug of dextroamphetamine, which means that it has to be metabolized to become active. As lisdexamfetamine circulates through the bloodstream, it steadily converts to dextroamphetamine, which then elevates levels of dopamine and norepinephrine—neurotransmitters key to attention and behavior regulation.<\/span><\/p>\n

When Vyvanse is working, you can expect a significant reduction in the symptoms of ADHD and <\/span>binge eating disorder<\/span><\/a>. You can expect a gradual improvement in your ability to focus and pay attention alongside a decrease in hyperactivity and impulsivity, It can also help reduce the number of binge eating days. But how soon that happens depends on individual metabolism.<\/span><\/p>\n

Common <\/span>side effects of Vyvanse<\/span><\/a> may include dry mouth, loss of appetite leading to weight loss, trouble sleeping, and increased heart rate and blood pressure. More serious side effects include circulation problems, neurological problems, high blood pressure, heart problems such as heart attack, allergic reactions, dependence, and withdrawal if you stop taking it abruptly.<\/span><\/p>\n

What can affect how long it takes Vyvanse to work?<\/span><\/h2>\n

While most people feel the effects of Vyvanse within 90 minutes, it may take effect more quickly or more slowly depending on:<\/span><\/p>\n