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Vyvanse

by Tony di Varmo

My name is Tony di Varmo and I have been taking Vyvanse for ADHD for about 3 months now. It makes me feel great and concentrate but one of the side effects is a pounding heart which concerns me. It also affects my blood pressure and makes it rise significantly which is not good.





I wish I could take a natural substance instead of an amphetamine. I tried Adderall but the side effects were enormous including pounding heart, intense anxiety, cold sweats, and nausea. I am sick of prescription drugs. I am still trying to find natural substances that will do the same thing without the side effects.

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Nov 17, 2008
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starstarstarstarstar 		Have 7 year old taking Vyvanse
by: Anonymous

One of my seven-year-old twins is on Vyvanse for his ADHD. He has been one it for approximately one month. So far, my biggest concern is that he is soooooooooooooo tired about two hours after taking it that he can barely stay awake. Previously, he was on the Daytrona Patch and before that Metadate. I am anxious to know if theree are any heart-related concerns for children on this medication. He is also on Clonidine to help with his oppositional behavior.
Oct 03, 2008
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by: Anonymous

I have been taking 40mgs of vyvanse for about a year now. Prior to the event I am about to describe, I was quite satisfied with the drug and had almost no side effects. In fact, I wish I didn't have a problem with it because it is FAR superior to adderall.
Now for the bad news. I am an incredibly healthy 21 yr old. I have no personal or family history of heart issues besides late-in-life heart attacks. Nevertheless, I had an arrythmia while driving a week back. I went to the hospital where the attending ER physician explained to me that this was not the first time he has seen such symptoms in patients taking vyvanse, and it was most likely the cause. Now, off vyvanse, I am free of palpitations/arrythmia, and doing well. The point of the story are the words he left me with, "If you're taking this medication, and you feel even one series of palpitations, you should discontinue it's use, and seek medical care." I am certainly glad I did...
Aug 27, 2008
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starstarstarstarstar 		Things don't get better when treating symptoms
by: TJ Chambers

When you treat symptoms with medication, you can't expect things to get better.

I was talking to my dentist on the phone today about his son. His son has ADHD and he is considering putting him on meds. I'm like a broken record. I keep saying the same thing and it is like he wants a different answer.

Is there help, yes? The question is, are you willing to do what needs to be done. The other question is, do you have the finances to do so.

I find that many people are not willing to do what needs to be done.
Aug 27, 2008
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starstarstarstarstar 		My 5yr old's first day of vyvanse
by: Anonymous

Is not going so great. HE WILL NOT SHUT UP LOL!! He talks excessively anyways but it is BAD today (his first day of using vyvanse). I noticed that he is not as aggresive or going from one thing to another, but he's very jittery and talking a hundred miles a minute. Almost like he's on speed. I do not like this at all. Does it get better the longer you take it? He is only on 20mg. He starts back to pre-k next week and i'm not sure if they can tolerate this either. I feel like I just cant win. Any advice would be much appreciated, as this is all so new.
Dec 19, 2007
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by: Anonymous



Hi--I sure understand side effects--what I was told about and then tried with great results is music therapy in the form of Hemi-sync--it works--I bought Remembrance and Illumations for peak performance both are CDs
Dec 12, 2007
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starstarstarstarstar 		How Long Have You Taken Vyvanse?
by: TJ Chambers

Michelle,

Thanks for your response. How long have you been taking Vyvanse? Have you taken any others?
Dec 12, 2007
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starstarstarstarstar 		Another Vyvanse user and love it
by: Michelle

I too, take Vyvanse (50mg), but unlike you, do not suffer from any of those side effects. I can tell you what my ADHD doctor said- "too strong of a prescription will cause heart palpitations". If you take the 50 mg, maybe you should talk to your doctor about lowering the dose. I am a newly diagnosed ADHD adult (33 years old), and am amazed at the difference in my daily routines. The only bad thing I have to say is the pill wearing off in the evening. I wish it were extended release.
Dec 02, 2007
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starstarstarstarstar 		There are natural things to do
by: TJ Chambers

Tony,

Thank you for your comment. I just want you to know that there are natural things you can do. Once you understand what is going on with your body, then you know how to help it. There is not a magic pill to make things go away.

You do have to change your diet. There are some vitamins that you will want to take and omega 3.

If you visit this page, you will see some of the things that I am talking about.

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