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Elvanse
Lisdexamfetamine · Hard capsules
Lisdexamfetamine, a prodrug of dexamfetamine used for ADHD. A controlled drug.
- Partner pharmacy
- Personal assistance
- Discreet delivery
- Active ingredientLisdexamfetamine dimesylate
- AdministrationOral, once daily
- Legal statusControlled drug
Shipping & Delivery
- Normally dispatched within 24 hours of payment confirmation.
- UPS Express · £12 · Approx. 7–9 business days
- Registered Mail · £8 · Approx. 14–20 business days
What Elvanse is
Elvanse contains lisdexamfetamine dimesylate, a prodrug that is converted in the body to dexamfetamine. It is used as part of a comprehensive treatment programme for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It is a controlled drug and is supplied only under strict prescription rules. Elvanse is the brand name used in the UK and Europe.
Suitability and dosing are decided by a prescriber on the basis of the approved product information.
A prodrug, released gradually
Lisdexamfetamine is inactive as taken. After absorption it is converted in the blood to dexamfetamine, which increases the activity of dopamine and noradrenaline in the brain. The gradual conversion gives an effect that lasts through the day with once-daily dosing.
LisdexamfetamineInactive prodrug, taken once daily in the morning.
DexamfetamineActive form: increases dopamine and noradrenaline signalling.
It is used as part of a comprehensive treatment programme that includes psychological, educational and social measures.1
Side effects and warnings
Commonly reported side effects include:
- Decreased appetite, weight loss and dry mouth
- Difficulty sleeping, headache and irritability
- Increases in heart rate and blood pressure, which are monitored during treatment
- Slower growth in children, which is monitored
ImportantNot for people with symptomatic cardiovascular disease, uncontrolled high blood pressure or an overactive thyroid, or who are taking, or have recently taken, an MAO inhibitor. It has a potential for misuse and dependence. Always read the patient information leaflet.
Product information
Common questions
Do I need a prescription?
Elvanse is a prescription-only medicine. After your request, the partner pharmacy verifies whether and how supply is possible, for example through an existing prescription or an assessment by an independent doctor where permitted.
Is it a controlled drug?
Yes. Lisdexamfetamine is a controlled drug and is supplied only under strict prescription rules, which differ between markets.
Are Elvanse, Vyvanse and Venvanse the same medicine?
They contain the same active ingredient, lisdexamfetamine dimesylate, under brand names used in different markets. Presentations and authorised uses follow the product information of each market.
Do I pay when I send a request?
No. Payment is arranged individually with customer service once your request has been reviewed and can proceed.
Sources
- National Institute for Health and Care Excellence. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder: diagnosis and management. NICE guideline NG87. 2018.
- Elvanse: Summary of Product Characteristics. Takeda.
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