Lisdexamfetamine

Medications

Lisdexamfetamine, also called lisdexamphetamine, is a stimulant medication used for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in children and adults and for moderate-to-severe binge eating disorder in adults. Taken by mouth, it is a prodrug of dextroamphetamine, which is released in the blood by peptidase enzymes. Effects generally begin within 90 minutes and can last up to 14 hours. It has a high potential for substance abuse and is controlled in several countries.

Medical uses: ADHD and moderate-to-severe binge eating disorder
Administration and duration: Taken by mouth, effects begin within 90 minutes and last up to 14 hours
Active agent: Dextroamphetamine

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Wikidata: Q6558704
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