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Vyvanse can be a useful medication for those who need it. It is very effective for people who take it according to their doctors’ instructions. But all too often, people abuse it, and when they do, there is a chance of getting addicted to it. We want to help people understand Vyvanse addiction and how dangerous this drug can be. People also need to know where to turn for help.
What is Vyvanse and What Does it Treat?
Vyvanse, also known as lisdexamfetamine dimesylate, is a medication used to treatADHD. This medication is a prescription stimulant drug. It has the ability to increase attention span for as long as 14 hours, which begins two hours after taking a dose.
Most people take this medication in the form of a chewable tablet or a capsule, by mouth, once a day, in the morning. It is also possible to open the capsule and add the contents to a drink, such as orange juice or water.
Vyvanse is only for people who have a valid prescription from a doctor. Taking this medication without a prescription is dangerous. It can lead to abuse and addiction.
The Side Effects of Vyvanse
Almost every drug has some type of side effect, even if it’s not abused by the person taking it.
Vyvanse is no different, and some of the more common side effects include:
- Weight loss
- Anxiety
- Feelings of irritability
- Nausea and vomiting
- Dry mouth
- Changes in mood
- Constipation and/or diarrhea
- Headaches
- Stomach pain
- Decreased appetite
- Insomnia
- A jittery feeling
People who take Vyvanse often talk about the “crash” effects of the drug as it wears off. Some of the above side effects will persist as long as a person is taking this medication. But some will subside as the person gets used to it.
Contact UsSome more serious side effects may occur when taking Vyvanse, even in normal doses:
- Cardiovascular issues, such as an increase in blood pressure or a fast heart rate. In rare cases, heart attacks and strokes have been reported.
- Chest pain when a person is exercising.
- Fainting spells.
- A sudden, severe pain or tightness in the chest.
- Problems with blood circulation in the fingers and toes.
- Psychosis, mania or other mental health conditions.
- Serotonin syndrome.
Snorting Vyvanse can cause the brain’s dopamine levels to increase faster.
How do People Abuse Vyvanse?
People abuse Vyvanse in one of two ways. They take higher doses of the drug to get high, or they crush the tablets or empty the capsules to snort the powder.
NIDA reports that snorting a prescription drug produces faster effects. This is because the effects of the drug can hit the bloodstream quicker than taking the pills.
As a result, the body becomes vulnerable to many other problems, such as:
- Blurred vision
- Heart failure
- Swelling in the tongue, lips, face and mouth
- Chest pain
- Shortness of breath
- Seizures
- Uncontrollable shaking and/or tremors
- Hives
- A feeling of numbness all over the body
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How do People Get Addicted to Vyvanse?
People get addicted to Vyvanse by abusing this drug often. Addiction is not something that happens right away. It takes some time. It is also possible for a person to get addicted if they take it the correct way as well.
Vyvanse has a direct impact on the amount of dopamine the brain releases. Excessive amounts of dopamine in the brain are what causes the high feeling. Everyone experiences dopamine every day, it is usually released when people are happy. Someone who is abusing Vyvanse will not be able to create dopamine on their own.
Once someone gets dependent on Vyvanse, they have to continue using the drug to feel normal. It is possible to get off it and have the brain’s dopamine levels return to normal. It does take treatment and time for that to occur.
Signs of Vyvanse Addiction
It can help to know what some of the signs of Vyvanse addiction are.
It is not easy to tell if a loved one is dealing with an addiction to a prescription medication like Vyvanse. People who are dealing with addiction live their lives in denial. They believe they can stop the use of this drug without any help, oftentimes they are wrong about that.
They include:
- Feeling the need to seek out this drug and use it.
- Using this drug even when there are side effects like serious health problems.
- Attempting to cut down or stop the use of this medication without success.
- Using Vyvanse only in secret and becoming isolated from loved ones.
- Not taking care of one’s responsibilities at home, school, or work.
- Finding that you need to take more of the drug to experience the same effects.
What are the Long-Term Effects of Abusing Vyvanse?
Vyvanse is safe for people to take for a long time as long as they are following their doctors’ instructions. But if they are abusing this drug, its long-term effects can be very serious.
Besides the risk of addiction and dependence, the long-term effects of Vyvanse include:
- Forming a tolerance to the drug – When abusing a drug like Vyvanse, the body can form a tolerance to it. This means that it takes more of it to get the same type of high.Tolerance is progressive, people can end up taking dangerous doses.
- Cardiovascular system issues – Vyvanse can increase your heart rate, along with blood pressure. Which can increase the risk of serious heart issues. Heart attack, stroke, high blood pressure, and abnormal heartbeat are all possibilities.
- Liver problems – Long-term liver damage can occur in people who abuse Vyvanse. They may begin to notice fatigue, itching, confusion, and a yellow tint to their skin and eyes.
- Kidney problems – The kidneys’ job is to create urine and remove waste from the blood. Taking too much Vyvanse can cause the drug to build up in the kidneys which may lead to serious damage.
- Mental health conditions – Abusing stimulants like Vyvanse can cause serious mental health issues. Schizophrenia-like symptoms that include delusions, mood changes, and hallucinations are possible as well.
- Lung issues – Some stimulants have fillers in them which can prevent blood flow to the lungs. Snorting Vyvanse can lead to pulmonary hypertension.
What are the Long-Term Effects of Abusing Vyvanse?
Vyvanse is safe for people to take for a long time as long as they are following their doctors’ instructions. But if they are abusing this drug, its long-term effects can be very serious.
Besides the risk of addiction and dependence, the long-term effects of Vyvanse include:
Alcohol
It is not mentioned by the drug manufacturer that people can’t drink alcohol and use Vyvanse. Studies have shown there are risks involved with combining the two drugs.
Combining amphetamine and alcohol can raise blood pressure levels and increase heart activity. This results in an increased risk of heart problems.
Also, Vyvanse is a central nervous system stimulant drug. When taken with alcohol, it hides the effects of being under the influence. People may end up drinking more than they should, without feeling any of the effects of the alcohol. This increases the risk of alcohol poisoning.
Stimulants
The longer a person abuses Vyvanse, the more likely it is that they will form a tolerance to it. Sometimes people will addstimulant drugs into the mix to get better results.
Vyvanse does not mix well with drugs like cocaine, methamphetamine, and Adderall. Doing so could be much too taxing on the heart and result in a heart attack, stroke, or even death.
Marijuana
In recent years, it has become very common for people to mix two different types of drugs together. Doing so, they claim, can offset the negative effects of each of the drugs. It should come as no surprise that a lot of people are combining Vyvanse with marijuana.
Marijuana may reduce feelings of agitation or irritability that come with abusing Vyvanse. It is possible for Vyvanse to help people feel less impaired while using marijuana. Even though they seem like the perfect pair, serious risks increase if used together.
Both Vyvanse and marijuana can lead to serious medical problems when used alone. Together, users may experience an increased heart rate and possible cardiovascular problems. Marijuana may mask many of the effects of Vyvanse, which cause people to take more of the drug than they should.
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MARCH 10, 2021