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These highlights do not include all the information needed to use • Known hypersensitivity to amphetamine products or other ingredients in
VYVANSE safely and effectively. See full prescribing information for VYVANSE (4)
VYVANSE. • Use with monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitor, or within 14 days of the
last MAO inhibitor dose (4, 7.1)
VYVANSE® (lisdexamfetamine dimesylate) capsules, for oral use, CII
VYVANSE® (lisdexamfetamine dimesylate) chewable tablets, for oral use, ------------------------WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS----------------------
CII -
Initial U.S. Approval: 2007 • Risks to Patients with Serious Cardiac Disease: Avoid use in patients
with known structural cardiac abnormalities, cardiomyopathy, serious
WARNING: ABUSE, MISUSE, AND ADDICTION cardiac arrhythmia, coronary artery disease, or other serious cardiac
See full prescribing information for complete boxed warning. disease (5.2)
• Increased Blood Pressure and Heart Rate: Monitor blood pressure and
VYVANSE has a high potential for abuse and misuse, which can lead pulse. (5.3)
to the development of a substance use disorder, including addiction. • Psychiatric Adverse Reactions: Prior to initiating VYVANSE, screen
Misuse and abuse of CNS stimulants, including VYVANSE, can result patients for risk factors for developing a manic episode. If new psychotic
in overdose and death (5.1, 9.2, 10): or manic symptoms occur, consider discontinuing VYVANSE. (5.4)
• Before prescribing VYVANSE, assess each patient’s risk for • Long-Term Suppression of Growth in Pediatric Patients: Closely monitor
abuse, misuse, and addiction. growth (height and weight) in pediatric patients. Pediatric patients not
• Educate patients and their families about these risks, proper growing or gaining height or weight as expected may need to have their
storage of the drug, and proper disposal of any unused drug. treatment interrupted. (5.5)
• Throughout treatment, reassess each patient’s risk and frequently • Peripheral Vasculopathy, including Raynaud’s phenomenon: Careful
monitor for signs and symptoms of abuse, misuse, and addiction. observation for digital changes is necessary during VYVANSE treatment.
Further clinical evaluation (e.g., rheumatology referral) may be
---------------------------RECENT MAJOR CHANGES--------------------------- appropriate for patients who develop signs or symptoms of peripheral
Boxed Warning 10/2023 vasculopathy. (5.6)
Dosage and Administration (2.1) 10/2023 • Serotonin Syndrome: Increased risk when co-administered with
Warnings and Precautions (5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 5.4, 5.5, 5.6, 5.8) 10/2023 serotonergic agents (e.g., SSRIs, SNRIs, triptans), but also during
overdosage situations. If it occurs, discontinue VYVANSE and initiate
----------------------------INDICATIONS AND USAGE--------------------------- supportive treatment (4, 5.7, 10)
VYVANSE is a central nervous system (CNS) stimulant indicated for the • Motor and Verbal Tics, and Worsening of Tourette’s Syndrome: Before
treatment of (1): initiating VYVANSE, assess the family history and clinically evaluate
• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in adults and pediatric patients for tics or Tourette’s syndrome. Regularly monitor patients for
patients 6 years and older the emergence or worsening of tics or Tourette’s syndrome. Discontinue
• Moderate to severe binge eating disorder (BED) in adults treatment if clinically appropriate. (5.8)
*Sections or subsections omitted from the full prescribing information are not listed.
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FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION
VYVANSE has a high potential for abuse and misuse, which can lead to the development
of a substance use disorder, including addiction. Misuse and abuse of CNS stimulants,
including VYVANSE, can result in overdose and death [see Overdosage (10)], and this risk
is increased with higher doses or unapproved methods of administration, such as snorting
or injection.
Before prescribing VYVANSE, assess each patient’s risk for abuse, misuse, and addiction.
Educate patients and their families about these risks, proper storage of the drug, and
proper disposal of any unused drug. Throughout VYVANSE treatment, reassess each
patient’s risk of abuse, misuse, and addiction and frequently monitor for signs and
symptoms of abuse, misuse, and addiction [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1), Drug Abuse
and Dependence (9.2)].
• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in adults and pediatric patients 6 years
and older [see Clinical Studies (14.1)]
• Moderate to severe binge eating disorder (BED) in adults [see Clinical Studies (14.2)].
Limitations of Use:
• Pediatric patients with ADHD younger than 6 years of age experienced more long-term
weight loss than patients 6 years and older [see Use in Specific Populations (8.4)].
• VYVANSE is not indicated or recommended for weight loss. Use of other
sympathomimetic drugs for weight loss has been associated with serious cardiovascular
adverse events. The safety and effectiveness of VYVANSE for the treatment of obesity
have not been established [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)].
• for the presence of cardiac disease (i.e., perform a careful history, family history of sudden
death or ventricular arrhythmia, and physical exam) [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)].
• the family history and clinically evaluate patients for motor or verbal tics or Tourette’s
syndrome before initiating VYVANSE [see Warnings and Precautions (5.8)].
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2.2 General Administration Information
Take VYVANSE orally in the morning with or without food; avoid afternoon doses because of
the potential for insomnia. VYVANSE may be administered in one of the following ways:
VYVANSE capsules can be substituted with VYVANSE chewable tablets on a unit per unit/mg
per mg basis (for example, 30 mg capsules for 30 mg chewable tablet) [see Clinical
Pharmacology (12.3)].
Do not take anything less than one capsule or chewable tablet per day. A single dose should not
be divided.
The recommended starting dosage in adults and pediatric patients 6 years and older is 30 mg
once daily in the morning. Dosage may be adjusted in increments of 10 mg or 20 mg at
approximately weekly intervals up to maximum recommended dosage of 70 mg once daily [see
Clinical Studies (14.1)].
In patients with severe renal impairment (GFR 15 to < 30 mL/min/1.73 m2), the maximum
dosage should not exceed 50 mg once daily. In patients with end stage renal disease (ESRD,
GFR < 15 mL/min/1.73 m2), the maximum recommended dosage is 30 mg once daily [see Use
in Specific Populations (8.6)].
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2.6 Dosage Modifications due to Drug Interactions
Agents that alter urinary pH can impact urinary excretion and alter blood levels of amphetamine.
Acidifying agents (e.g., ascorbic acid) decrease blood levels, while alkalinizing agents (e.g.,
sodium bicarbonate) increase blood levels. Adjust VYVANSE dosage accordingly [see Drug
Interactions (7.1)].
• Capsules 10 mg: pink body/pink cap (imprinted with S489 and 10 mg)
• Capsules 20 mg: ivory body/ivory cap (imprinted with S489 and 20 mg)
• Capsules 30 mg: white body/orange cap (imprinted with S489 and 30 mg)
• Capsules 40 mg: white body/blue green cap (imprinted with S489 and 40 mg)
• Capsules 50 mg: white body/blue cap (imprinted with S489 and 50 mg)
• Capsules 60 mg: aqua blue body/aqua blue cap (imprinted with S489 and 60 mg)
• Capsules 70 mg: blue body/orange cap (imprinted with S489 and 70 mg)
• Chewable tablets 10 mg: White to off-white round shaped tablet debossed with ‘10’ on
one side and ‘S489’ on the other
• Chewable tablets 20 mg: White to off-white hexagonal shaped tablet debossed with ‘20’
on one side and ‘S489’ on the other
• Chewable tablets 30 mg: White to off-white arc triangular shaped tablet debossed with
‘30’ on one side and ‘S489’ on the other
• Chewable tablets 40 mg: White to off-white capsule shaped tablet debossed with ‘40’ on
one side and ‘S489’ on the other
• Chewable tablets 50 mg: White to off-white arc square shaped tablet debossed with ‘50’
on one side and ‘S489’ on the other
• Chewable tablets 60 mg: White to off-white arc diamond shaped tablet debossed with
‘60’ on one side and ‘S489’ on the other
4 CONTRAINDICATIONS
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5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
VYVANSE has a high potential for abuse and misuse. The use of VYVANSE exposes
individuals to the risks of abuse and misuse, which can lead to the development of a substance
use disorder, including addiction. VYVANSE can be diverted for non-medical use into illicit
channels or distribution [see Drug Abuse and Dependence (9.2)]. Misuse and abuse of CNS
stimulants, including VYVANSE, can result in overdose and death [see Overdosage (10)], and
this risk is increased with higher doses or unapproved methods of administration, such as
snorting or injection.
Before prescribing VYVANSE, assess each patient’s risk for abuse, misuse, and addiction.
Educate patients and their families about these risks and proper disposal of any unused drug.
Advise patients to store VYVANSE in a safe place, preferably locked, and instruct patients to
not give VYVANSE to anyone else. Throughout VYVANSE treatment, reassess each patient’s
risk of abuse, misuse, and addiction and frequently monitor for signs and symptoms of abuse,
misuse, and addiction.
Sudden death has been reported in patients with structural cardiac abnormalities or other serious
cardiac disease who were treated with CNS stimulants at the recommended ADHD dosage.
Avoid VYVANSE use in patients with known structural cardiac abnormalities, cardiomyopathy,
serious cardiac arrhythmia, coronary artery disease, or other serious cardiac disease.
CNS stimulants cause an increase in blood pressure (mean increase about 2 to 4 mm Hg) and
heart rate (mean increase about 3 to 6 bpm). Some patients may have larger increases.
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illness or mania. In a pooled analysis of multiple short-term, placebo-controlled studies of CNS
stimulants, psychotic or manic symptoms occurred in approximately 0.1% of CNS stimulant-
treated patients compared to 0% of placebo-treated patients. If such symptoms occur, consider
discontinuing VYVANSE.
CNS stimulants have been associated with weight loss and slowing of growth rate in pediatric
patients.
Closely monitor growth (weight and height) in VYVANSE-treated pediatric patients. Patients
who are not growing or gaining height or weight as expected may need to have their treatment
interrupted. VYVANSE is not approved for use in pediatric patients below 6 years of age [see
Use in Specific Populations (8.4)].
CNS stimulants, including VYVANSE, used to treat ADHD are associated with peripheral
vasculopathy, including Raynaud’s phenomenon. Signs and symptoms are usually intermittent
and mild; however, sequelae have included digital ulceration and/or soft tissue breakdown.
Effects of peripheral vasculopathy, including Raynaud’s phenomenon, were observed in post-
marketing reports and at the therapeutic dosages of CNS stimulants in all age groups throughout
the course of treatment. Signs and symptoms generally improved after dosage reduction or
discontinuation of the CNS stimulant.
Careful observation for digital changes is necessary during VYVANSE treatment. Further
clinical evaluation (e.g., rheumatology referral) may be appropriate for VYVANSE-treated
patients who develop signs or symptoms of peripheral vasculopathy.
Serotonin syndrome, a potentially life-threatening reaction, may occur when amphetamines are
used in combination with other drugs that affect the serotonergic neurotransmitter systems such
as monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs),
serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs), triptans, tricyclic antidepressants,
fentanyl, lithium, tramadol, tryptophan, buspirone, and St. John’s Wort [see Drug Interactions
(7.1)]. The co-administration with cytochrome P450 2D6 (CYP2D6) inhibitors may also increase
the risk with increased exposure to the active metabolite of VYVANSE (dextroamphetamine). In
these situations, consider an alternative non-serotonergic drug or an alternative drug that does not
inhibit CYP2D6 [see Drug Interactions (7.1)].
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Serotonin syndrome symptoms may include mental status changes (e.g., agitation, hallucinations,
delirium, and coma), autonomic instability (e.g., tachycardia, labile blood pressure, dizziness,
diaphoresis, flushing, hyperthermia), neuromuscular symptoms (e.g., tremor, rigidity,
myoclonus, hyperreflexia, incoordination), seizures, and/or gastrointestinal symptoms (e.g.,
nausea, vomiting, diarrhea).
Discontinue treatment with VYVANSE and any concomitant serotonergic agents immediately if
symptoms of serotonin syndrome occur, and initiate supportive symptomatic treatment. If
concomitant use of VYVANSE with other serotonergic drugs or CYP2D6 inhibitors is clinically
warranted, initiate VYVANSE with lower doses, monitor patients for the emergence of serotonin
syndrome during drug initiation or titration, and inform patients of the increased risk for
serotonin syndrome.
CNS stimulants, including amphetamine, have been associated with the onset or exacerbation of
motor and verbal tics. Worsening of Tourette’s syndrome has also been reported [see Adverse
Reactions (6.2)].
Before initiating VYVANSE, assess the family history and clinically evaluate patients for tics or
Tourette’s syndrome. Regularly monitor VYVANSE-treated patients for the emergence or
worsening of tics or Tourette’s syndrome, and discontinue treatment if clinically appropriate.
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS
The following adverse reactions are discussed in greater detail in other sections of the labeling:
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6.1 Clinical Trials Experience
Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates
observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials
of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice.
The safety data in this section is based on data from the 4-week controlled parallel-group clinical
studies of VYVANSE in pediatric and adult patients with ADHD [see Clinical Studies (14.1)].
In the controlled trial in pediatric patients ages 13 to 17 years (Study 4), 3% (7/233) of
VYVANSE-treated patients discontinued due to adverse reactions compared to 1% (1/77) of
placebo-treated patients. The most frequently reported adverse reactions (1% or more and twice
rate of placebo) were decreased appetite (2/233; 1%) and insomnia (2/233; 1%). Less frequently
reported adverse reactions (less than 1% or less than twice rate of placebo) included irritability,
dermatillomania, mood swings, and dyspnea.
In the controlled adult trial (Study 7), 6% (21/358) of VYVANSE-treated patients discontinued
due to adverse reactions compared to 2% (1/62) of placebo-treated patients. The most frequently
reported adverse reactions (1% or more and twice rate of placebo) were insomnia (8/358; 2%),
tachycardia (3/358; 1%), irritability (2/358; 1%), hypertension (4/358; 1%), headache (2/358;
1%), anxiety (2/358; 1%), and dyspnea (3/358; 1%). Less frequently reported adverse reactions
(less than 1% or less than twice rate of placebo) included palpitations, diarrhea, nausea,
decreased appetite, dizziness, agitation, depression, paranoia and restlessness.
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Adverse reactions reported in the controlled trials in pediatric patients ages, 6 to 12 years (Study
1), pediatric patients ages 13 to 17 years (Study 4), and adult patients (Study 7) treated with
VYVANSE or placebo are presented in Tables 1, 2 and 3 below.
VYVANSE Placebo
(n=218) (n=72)
Decreased Appetite 39% 4%
Insomnia 22% 3%
Abdominal Pain Upper 12% 6%
Irritability 10% 0%
Vomiting 9% 4%
Weight Decreased 9% 1%
Nausea 6% 3%
Dry Mouth 5% 0%
Dizziness 5% 0%
Affect lability 3% 0%
Rash 3% 0%
Pyrexia 2% 1%
Somnolence 2% 1%
Tic 2% 0%
Anorexia 2% 0%
VYVANSE Placebo
(n=233) (n=77)
Decreased Appetite 34% 3%
Insomnia 13% 4%
Weight Decreased 9% 0%
Dry Mouth 4% 1%
Palpitations 2% 1%
Anorexia 2% 0%
Tremor 2% 0%
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Table 3 Adverse Reactions Reported by 2% or More of Adult Patients with ADHD
Taking VYVANSE and Greater than or Equal to Twice the Incidence in
Patients Taking Placebo in a 4-Week Clinical Trial (Study 7)
VYVANSE Placebo
(n=358) (n=62)
Decreased Appetite 27% 2%
Insomnia 27% 8%
Dry Mouth 26% 3%
Diarrhea 7% 0%
Nausea 7% 0%
Anxiety 6% 0%
Anorexia 5% 0%
Feeling Jittery 4% 0%
Agitation 3% 0%
Increased Blood Pressure 3% 0%
Hyperhidrosis 3% 0%
Restlessness 3% 0%
Decreased Weight 3% 0%
Dyspnea 2% 0%
Increased Heart Rate 2% 0%
Tremor 2% 0%
Palpitations 2% 0%
In addition, in the adult population erectile dysfunction was observed in 2.6% of males on
VYVANSE and 0% on placebo; decreased libido was observed in 1.4% of subjects on
VYVANSE and 0% on placebo.
Weight Loss and Slowing Growth Rate in Pediatric Patients with ADHD
In a controlled trial of VYVANSE in pediatric patients ages 6 to 12 years (Study 1), mean weight
loss from baseline after 4 weeks of therapy was -0.9, -1.9, and -2.5 pounds, respectively, for
patients receiving 30 mg, 50 mg, and 70 mg of VYVANSE, compared to a 1 pound weight gain
for patients receiving placebo. Higher doses were associated with greater weight loss with 4
weeks of treatment. Careful follow-up for weight in pediatric patients ages 6 to 12 years who
received VYVANSE over 12 months suggests that consistently medicated pediatric patients (i.e.,
treatment for 7 days per week throughout the year) have a slowing in growth rate, measured by
body weight as demonstrated by an age- and sex-normalized mean change from baseline in
percentile, of -13.4 over 1 year (average percentiles at baseline and 12 months were 60.9 and
47.2, respectively). In a 4-week controlled trial of VYVANSE in pediatric patients ages 13 to 17
years, mean weight loss from baseline to endpoint was -2.7, -4.3, and -4.8 lbs., respectively, for
patients receiving 30 mg, 50 mg, and 70 mg of VYVANSE, compared to a 2.0 pound weight
gain for patients receiving placebo.
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Careful follow-up of weight and height in pediatric patients ages 7 to 10 years who were
randomized to either methylphenidate or non-medication treatment groups over 14 months, as
well as in naturalistic subgroups of newly methylphenidate-treated and non-medication treated
pediatric patients over 36 months (to the ages of 10 to 13 years), suggests that consistently
medicated pediatric patients ages 7 to 13 years (i.e., treatment for 7 days per week throughout the
year) have a temporary slowing in growth rate (on average, a total of about 2 cm less growth in
height and 2.7 kg less growth in weight over 3 years), without evidence of growth rebound
during this period of development. In a controlled trial of amphetamine (d- to l-enantiomer ratio
of 3:1) in pediatric patients ages 13 to 17 years, mean weight change from baseline within the
initial 4 weeks of therapy was -1.1 pounds and -2.8 pounds, respectively, for patients receiving
10 mg and 20 mg of amphetamine. Higher doses were associated with greater weight loss within
the initial 4 weeks of treatment [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5)].
The safety data in this section is based on data from two 12-week parallel group, flexible-dose,
placebo-controlled studies in adults with BED [see Clinical Studies 14.2]. Patients with
cardiovascular risk factors other than obesity and smoking were excluded.
Adverse Reactions Occurring at an Incidence of 5% or More and At Least Twice Placebo Among
VYVANSE Treated Patients with BED in Clinical Trials
The most common adverse reactions (incidence ≥5% and at a rate at least twice placebo)
reported in adults were dry mouth, insomnia, decreased appetite, increased heart rate,
constipation, feeling jittery, and anxiety.
Adverse Reactions Occurring at an Incidence of 2% or More and At Least Twice Placebo Among
VYVANSE Treated Patients with BED in Clinical Trials
Adverse reactions reported in the pooled controlled trials in adult patients (Study 11 and 12)
treated with VYVANSE or placebo are presented in Table 4 below.
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Table 4 Adverse Reactions Reported by 2% or More of Adult Patients with BED
Taking VYVANSE and Greater than or Equal to Twice the Incidence in
Patients Taking Placebo in 12-Week Clinical Trials (Study 11 and 12)
VYVANSE Placebo
(N=373) (N=372)
Dry Mouth 36% 7%
Insomnia1 20% 8%
Decreased Appetite 8% 2%
Increased Heart Rate2 7% 1%
Feeling Jittery 6% 1%
Constipation 6% 1%
Anxiety 5% 1%
Diarrhea 4% 2%
Decreased Weight 4% 0%
Hyperhidrosis 4% 0%
Vomiting 2% 1%
Gastroenteritis 2% 1%
Paresthesia 2% 1%
Pruritus 2% 1%
Upper Abdominal Pain 2% 0%
Energy Increased 2% 0%
Urinary Tract Infection 2% 0%
Nightmare 2% 0%
Restlessness 2% 0%
Oropharyngeal Pain 2% 0%
1
Includes all preferred terms containing the word “insomnia.”
2
Includes the preferred terms “heart rate increased” and “tachycardia.”
The following adverse reactions have been identified during post-approval use of VYVANSE.
Because these reactions are reported voluntarily from a population of uncertain size, it is not
always possible to reliably estimate their frequency or establish a causal relationship to drug
exposure. These events are as follows: cardiomyopathy, mydriasis, diplopia, difficulties with
visual accommodation, blurred vision, eosinophilic hepatitis, anaphylactic reaction,
hypersensitivity, dyskinesia, dysgeusia, motor and verbal tics, bruxism, depression,
dermatillomania, alopecia, aggression, Stevens-Johnson Syndrome, chest pain, angioedema,
urticaria, seizures, libido changes, frequent or prolonged erections, constipation, rhabdomyolysis,
and intestinal ischemia.
7 DRUG INTERACTIONS
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Table 5 Drugs having clinically important interactions with amphetamines.
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7.2 Drugs Having No Clinically Important Interactions with VYVANSE
From a pharmacokinetic perspective, no dose adjustment for drugs that are substrates of
CYP1A2 (e.g., theophylline, duloxetine, melatonin), CYP2D6 (e.g., atomoxetine, desipramine,
venlafaxine), CYP2C19 (e.g., omeprazole, lansoprazole, clobazam), and CYP3A4 (e.g.,
midazolam, pimozide, simvastatin) is necessary when VYVANSE is co-administered [see
Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)].
8.1 Pregnancy
Risk Summary
The limited available data from published literature and postmarketing reports on use of
VYVANSE in pregnant women are not sufficient to inform a drug-associated risk for major birth
defects and miscarriage. Adverse pregnancy outcomes, including premature delivery and low
birth weight, have been seen in infants born to mothers dependent on amphetamines [see
Clinical Considerations]. In animal reproduction studies, lisdexamfetamine dimesylate (a
prodrug of d-amphetamine) had no effects on embryo-fetal morphological development or
survival when administered orally to pregnant rats and rabbits throughout the period of
organogenesis. Pre- and postnatal studies were not conducted with lisdexamfetamine
dimesylate. However, amphetamine (d- to l- ratio of 3:1) administration to pregnant rats during
gestation and lactation caused a decrease in pup survival and a decrease in pup body weight that
correlated with a delay in developmental landmarks at clinically relevant doses of amphetamine.
In addition, adverse effects on reproductive performance were observed in pups whose mothers
were treated with amphetamine. Long-term neurochemical and behavioral effects have also been
reported in animal developmental studies using clinically relevant doses of amphetamine [see
Data].
The estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated
population is unknown. All pregnancies have a background risk of birth defect, loss or other
adverse outcomes. In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth
defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2-4% and 15-20%, respectively.
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Clinical Considerations
Fetal/Neonatal Adverse Reactions
Amphetamines, such as VYVANSE, cause vasoconstriction and thereby may decrease placental
perfusion. In addition, amphetamines can stimulate uterine contractions increasing the risk of
premature delivery. Infants born to amphetamine-dependent mothers have an increased risk of
premature delivery and low birth weight.
Monitor infants born to mothers taking amphetamines for symptoms of withdrawal such as
feeding difficulties, irritability, agitation, and excessive drowsiness.
Data
Animal Data
Lisdexamfetamine dimesylate had no apparent effects on embryo-fetal morphological
development or survival when administered orally to pregnant rats and rabbits throughout the
period of organogenesis at doses of up to 40 and 120 mg/kg/day, respectively. These doses are
approximately 5.5 and 33 times, respectively, the maximum recommended human dose (MRHD)
of 70 mg/day given to adults, on a mg/m2 body surface area basis.
A study was conducted with amphetamine (d- to l- enantiomer ratio of 3:1) in which pregnant
rats received daily oral doses of 2, 6, and 10 mg/kg from gestation day 6 to lactation day 20. All
doses caused hyperactivity and decreased weight gain in the dams. A decrease in pup survival
was seen at all doses. A decrease in pup body weight was seen at 6 and 10 mg/kg which
correlated with delays in developmental landmarks, such as preputial separation and vaginal
opening. Increased pup locomotor activity was seen at 10 mg/kg on day 22 postpartum but not at
5 weeks postweaning. When pups were tested for reproductive performance at maturation,
gestational weight gain, number of implantations, and number of delivered pups were decreased
in the group whose mothers had been given 10 mg/kg.
A number of studies from the literature in rodents indicate that prenatal or early postnatal
exposure to amphetamine (d- or d, l-) at doses similar to those used clinically can result in long-
term neurochemical and behavioral alterations. Reported behavioral effects include learning and
memory deficits, altered locomotor activity, and changes in sexual function.
8.2 Lactation
Risk Summary
Lisdexamfetamine is a pro-drug of dextroamphetamine. Based on limited case reports in
published literature, amphetamine (d-or d, l-) is present in human milk, at relative infant doses of
2% to 13.8% of the maternal weight-adjusted dosage and a milk/plasma ratio ranging between
1.9 and 7.5. There are no reports of adverse effects on the breastfed infant. Long-term
neurodevelopmental effects on infants from amphetamine exposure are unknown. It is possible
that large dosages of dextroamphetamine might interfere with milk production, especially in
women whose lactation is not well established. Because of the potential for serious adverse
reactions in nursing infants, including serious cardiovascular reactions, blood pressure and heart
rate increase, suppression of growth, and peripheral vasculopathy, advise patients that
breastfeeding is not recommended during treatment with VYVANSE.
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8.4 Pediatric Use
ADHD
Safety and effectiveness of VYVANSE have been established in pediatric patients with ADHD
ages 6 to 17 years [see Dosage and Administration (2.3), Adverse Reactions (6.1), Clinical
Pharmacology (12.3), and Clinical Studies (14.1)].
Safety and effectiveness of VYVANSE have not been established in pediatric patients below the
age of 6 years.
With the same VYVANSE dose, mean steady state exposure of dextroamphetamine was
approximately 44% higher in pediatric patients ages 4 to 5 years compared to the pediatric
patients ages 6 to 11 years.
BED
Safety and effectiveness of VYVANSE have not been established in pediatric patients with BED
less than 18 years of age.
Growth Suppression
Growth should be monitored during treatment with stimulants, including VYVANSE, and
pediatric patients who are not growing or gaining weight as expected may need to have their
treatment interrupted [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) and Adverse Reactions (6.1)].
A study was conducted in which juvenile rats received oral doses of 4, 10, or 40 mg/kg/day of
lisdexamfetamine dimesylate from day 7 to day 63 of age. These doses are approximately 0.3,
0.7, and 3 times the maximum recommended human daily dose of 70 mg on a mg/m2 basis for a
child. Dose-related decreases in food consumption, bodyweight gain, and crown-rump length
were seen; after a four-week drug-free recovery period, bodyweights and crown-rump lengths
had significantly recovered in females but were still substantially reduced in males. Time to
vaginal opening was delayed in females at the highest dose, but there were no drug effects on
fertility when the animals were mated beginning on day 85 of age.
In a study in which juvenile dogs received lisdexamfetamine dimesylate for 6 months beginning
at 10 weeks of age, decreased bodyweight gain was seen at all doses tested (2, 5, and
12 mg/kg/day, which are approximately 0.5, 1, and 3 times the maximum recommended human
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daily dose on a mg/m2 basis for a child). This effect partially or fully reversed during a four-
week drug-free recovery period.
Clinical studies of VYVANSE did not include sufficient numbers of subjects aged 65 and over to
determine whether they respond differently from younger subjects. Other reported clinical
experience and pharmacokinetic data [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)] have not identified
differences in responses between the elderly and younger patients. In general, dose selection for
an elderly patient should start at the low end of the dosing range, reflecting the greater frequency
of decreased hepatic, renal, or cardiac function, and of concomitant disease or other drug
therapy.
Due to reduced clearance in patients with severe renal impairment (GFR 15 to < 30 mL/min/1.73
m2), the maximum dose should not exceed 50 mg/day. The maximum recommended dose in
ESRD (GFR < 15 mL/min/1.73 m2) patients is 30 mg/day [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)].
9.2 Abuse
VYVANSE has a high potential for abuse and misuse which can lead to the development of a
substance use disorder, including addiction [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)]. VYVANSE
can be diverted for non-medical use into illicit channels or distribution.
Abuse is the intentional non-therapeutic use of a drug, even once, to achieve a desired
psychological or physiological effect. Misuse is the intentional use, for therapeutic purposes, of a
drug by an individual in a way other than prescribed by a health care provider or for whom it was
not prescribed. Drug addiction is a cluster of behavioral, cognitive, and physiological phenomena
that may include a strong desire to take the drug, difficulties in controlling drug use (e.g.,
continuing drug use despite harmful consequences, giving a higher priority to drug use than other
activities and obligations), and possible tolerance or physical dependence.
Misuse and abuse of lisdexamfetamine, a prodrug of amphetamine, may cause increased heart
rate, respiratory rate, or blood pressure; sweating; dilated pupils; hyperactivity; restlessness;
insomnia; decreased appetite; loss of coordination; tremors; flushed skin; vomiting; and/or
abdominal pain. Anxiety, psychosis, hostility, aggression, and suicidal or homicidal ideation
have also been observed with CNS stimulants abuse and/or misuse. Misuse and abuse of CNS
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stimulants, including VYVANSE, can result in overdose and death [see Overdosage (10)], and
this risk is increased with higher doses or unapproved methods of administration, such as
snorting or injection.
9.3 Dependence
Physical Dependence
VYVANSE may produce physical dependence. Physical dependence is a state that develops as a
result of physiological adaptation in response to repeated drug use, manifested by withdrawal
signs and symptoms after abrupt discontinuation or a significant dose reduction of a drug.
Withdrawal signs and symptoms after abrupt discontinuation or dose reduction following
prolonged use of CNS stimulants including VYVANSE include dysphoric mood; depression;
fatigue; vivid, unpleasant dreams; insomnia or hypersomnia; increased appetite; and
psychomotor retardation or agitation.
Tolerance
VYVANSE may produce tolerance. Tolerance is a physiological state characterized by a reduced
response to a drug after repeated administration (i.e., a higher dose of a drug is required to
produce the same effect that was once obtained at a lower dose).
10 OVERDOSAGE
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Overdose Management
Consider the possibility of multiple drug ingestion. The pharmacokinetic profile of VYVANSE
should be considered when treating patients with overdose. Lisdexamfetamine and d-
amphetamine are not dialyzable. Consider contacting the Poison Help line (1-800-222-1222) or a
medical toxicologist for additional overdose management recommendations.
11 DESCRIPTION
VYVANSE capsules contain 10 mg, 20 mg, 30 mg, 40 mg, 50 mg, 60 mg, and 70 mg of
lisdexamfetamine dimesylate (equivalent to 5.8 mg, 11.6 mg, 17.3 mg, 23.1 mg, 28.9 mg,
34.7 mg, and 40.5 mg of lisdexamfetamine).
VYVANSE chewable tablets contain 10 mg, 20 mg, 30 mg, 40 mg, 50 mg, and 60 mg of
lisdexamfetamine dimesylate (equivalent to 5.8 mg, 11.6 mg, 17.3 mg, 23.1 mg, 28.9 mg, and
34.7 mg of lisdexamfetamine).
Inactive ingredients: colloidal silicon dioxide, croscarmellose sodium, guar gum, magnesium
stearate, mannitol, microcrystalline cellulose, sucralose, artificial strawberry flavor.
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12 CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY
12.2 Pharmacodynamics
Amphetamines block the reuptake of norepinephrine and dopamine into the presynaptic neuron
and increase the release of these monoamines into the extraneuronal space. The parent drug,
lisdexamfetamine, does not bind to the sites responsible for the reuptake of norepinephrine and
dopamine in vitro.
12.3 Pharmacokinetics
Absorption
Capsule formulation
Following single-dose oral administration of VYVANSE capsule (30 mg, 50 mg, or 70 mg) in
patients ages 6 to 12 years with ADHD under fasted conditions, Tmax of lisdexamfetamine and
dextroamphetamine was reached at approximately 1 hour and 3.5 hours post dose, respectively.
Weight/Dose normalized AUC and Cmax values were the same in pediatric patients ages 6 to
12 years as the adults following single doses of 30 mg to 70 mg VYVANSE capsule.
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approximately 1 hour and 4.4 hours post dose, respectively. Compared to 60 mg VYVANSE
capsule, exposure (Cmax and AUC) to lisdexamfetamine was about 15% lower. The exposure
(Cmax and AUCinf) of dextroamphetamine is similar between VYVANSE chewable tablet and
VYVANSE capsule.
Elimination
Plasma concentrations of unconverted lisdexamfetamine are low and transient, generally
becoming non-quantifiable by 8 hours after administration. The plasma elimination half-life of
lisdexamfetamine typically averaged less than one hour in volunteers ages 6 years and older.
The plasma elimination half-life of dextroamphetamine was approximately 8.6 to 9.5 hours in
pediatric patients 6 to 12 years and 10 to 11.3 hours in healthy adults.
Metabolism
Lisdexamfetamine is converted to dextroamphetamine and l-lysine primarily in blood due to the
hydrolytic activity of red blood cells after oral administration of lisdexamfetamine dimesylate.
In vitro data demonstrated that red blood cells have a high capacity for metabolism of
lisdexamfetamine; substantial hydrolysis occurred even at low hematocrit levels (33% of
normal). Lisdexamfetamine is not metabolized by cytochrome P450 enzymes.
Excretion
Following oral administration of a 70 mg dose of radiolabeled lisdexamfetamine dimesylate to
6 healthy subjects, approximately 96% of the oral dose radioactivity was recovered in the urine
and only 0.3% recovered in the feces over a period of 120 hours. Of the radioactivity recovered
in the urine, 42% of the dose was related to amphetamine, 25% to hippuric acid, and 2% to intact
lisdexamfetamine.
Specific Populations
Exposures of dextroamphetamine in specific populations are summarized in Figure 1.
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Figure 1: Specific Populations*:
*Figure 1 shows the geometric mean ratios and the 90% confidence limits for C max and AUC of d-amphetamine.
Comparison for gender uses males as the reference. Comparison for age uses 55-64 years as the reference.
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The effects of VYVANSE on the exposures of other drugs are summarized in Figure 3.
13 NONCLINICAL TOXICOLOGY
Carcinogenesis
Carcinogenicity studies of lisdexamfetamine dimesylate have not been performed. No evidence
of carcinogenicity was found in studies in which d-, l-amphetamine (enantiomer ratio of 1:1) was
administered to mice and rats in the diet for 2 years at doses of up to 30 mg/kg/day in male mice,
19 mg/kg/day in female mice, and 5 mg/kg/day in male and female rats.
Mutagenesis
Lisdexamfetamine dimesylate was not clastogenic in the mouse bone marrow micronucleus test
in vivo and was negative when tested in the E. coli and S. typhimurium components of the Ames
test and in the L5178Y/TK+/- mouse lymphoma assay in vitro.
Impairment of Fertility
Amphetamine (d- to l-enantiomer ratio of 3:1) did not adversely affect fertility or early
embryonic development in the rat at doses of up to 20 mg/kg/day.
Acute administration of high doses of amphetamine (d- or d, l-) has been shown to produce long-
lasting neurotoxic effects, including irreversible nerve fiber damage, in rodents. The significance
of these findings to humans is unknown.
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14 CLINICAL STUDIES
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patients when they received VYVANSE compared to patients when they received placebo
(Study 3 in Table 6, Figure 4).
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Score and a ≥2-point increase in the CGI-S score compared to scores at entry into the double-
blind randomized withdrawal phase. Subjects who withdrew from the randomized withdrawal
period and who did not provide efficacy data at their last on-treatment visit were classified as
treatment failures (Study 6, Figure 5).
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phase. Treatment failure was defined as a ≥50% increase (worsening) in the ADHD-RS Total
Score and ≥2-point increase in the CGI-S score compared to scores at entry into the double-blind
phase. Maintenance of efficacy for patients treated with VYVANSE was demonstrated by the
significantly lower proportion of patients with treatment failure (9%) compared to patients
receiving placebo (75%) at endpoint during the double-blind phase (Study 9, Figure 7).
Study Primary Treatment Group Mean Baseline Score LS Mean Change Placebo-subtracted
Number Endpoint (SD) from Baseline (SE) Differencea (95% CI)
(Age
range)
Study 1 ADHD-RS-
VYVANSE (30 mg/day)* 43.2 (6.7) -21.8 (1.6) -15.6 (-19.9, -11.2)
(6 – 12 IV
years) VYVANSE (50 mg/day)* 43.3 (6.7) -23.4 (1.6) -17.2 (-21.5, -12.9)
VYVANSE (70 mg/day)* 45.1(6.8) -26.7 (1.5) -20.5 (-24.8, -16.2)
Placebo 42.4 (7.1) -6.2 (1.6) --
Study 2
Average
(6 – 12 VYVANSE (30, 50 or 70 mg/day)* -- b 0.8 (0.1) d -0.9 (-1.1, -0.7)
SKAMP-DS
years)
Placebo -- b 1.7 (0.1) d --
Study 3 Average
VYVANSE (30, 50 or 70 mg/day)* 0.9 (1.0)c 0.7 (0.1)d -0.7 (-0.9, -0.6)
(6 – 12 SKAMP-DS
years) Placebo 0.7 (0.9)c 1.4 (0.1)d --
Study 4 ADHD-RS-
VYVANSE (30 mg/day)* 38.3 (6.7) -18.3 (1.2) -5.5 (-9.0, -2.0)
(13 – 17 IV
years) VYVANSE (50 mg/day)* 37.3 (6.3) -21.1 (1.3) -8.3 (-11.8, -4.8)
VYVANSE (70 mg/day)* 37.0 (7.3) -20.7 (1.3) -7.9 (-11.4, -4.5)
Placebo 38.5 (7.1) -12.8 (1.2) --
Study 5 ADHD-RS-
VYVANSE (30, 50 or 70 mg/day)* 40.7 (7.3) -24.3 (1.2) -18.6 (-21.5, -15.7)
(6 – 17 IV
years) Placebo 41.0 (7.1) -5.7 (1.1) --
Study 7 ADHD-RS-
VYVANSE (30 mg/day)* 40.5 (6.2) -16.2 (1.1) -8.0 (-11.5, -4.6)
(18 – 55 IV
years) VYVANSE (50 mg/day)* 40.8 (7.3) -17.4 (1.0) -9.2 (-12.6, -5.7)
VYVANSE (70 mg/day)* 41.0 (6.0) -18.6 (1.0) -10.4 (-13.9, -6.9)
Placebo 39.4 (6.4) -8.2 (1.4) --
Study 8 Average c d
VYVANSE (30, 50 or 70 mg/day)* 260.1 (86.2) 312.9 (8.6) 23.4 (15.6, 31.2)
(18 – 55 PERMP
c d
years) Placebo 261.4 (75.0) 289.5 (8.6) --
SD: standard deviation; SE: standard error; LS Mean: least-squares mean; CI: confidence interval.
a
Difference (drug minus placebo) in least-squares mean change from baseline.
b
Pre-dose SKAMP-DS was not collected.
c
Pre-dose SKAMP-DS (Study 3) or PERMP (Study 8) total score, averaged over both periods.
d
LS Mean for SKAMP-DS (Study 2 and 3) or PERMP (Study 8) is post-dose average score over all sessions of the treatment day, rather than
change from baseline.
* Doses statistically significantly superior to placebo.
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Figure 4 LS Mean SKAMP Deportment Subscale Score by Treatment and Time-
point for Pediatric Patients Ages 6 to 12 with ADHD after 1 Week of
Double Blind Treatment (Study 3)
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Figure 5 Kaplan-Meier Estimated Proportion of Patients with Treatment Failure for
Pediatric Patients Ages 6 to 17 (Study 6)
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Figure 6 LS Mean (SE) PERMP Total Score by Treatment and Time-point for
Adults Ages 18 to 55 with ADHD after 1 Week of Double Blind Treatment
(Study 8)
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Figure 7 Kaplan-Meier Estimated Proportion of Subjects with Relapse in Adults with
ADHD (Study 9)
A phase 2 study evaluated the efficacy of VYVANSE 30, 50 and 70 mg/day compared to
placebo in reducing the number of binge days/week in adults with at least moderate to severe
BED. This randomized, double-blind, parallel-group, placebo-controlled, forced-dose titration
study (Study 10) consisted of an 11-week double-blind treatment period (3 weeks of forced-dose
titration followed by 8 weeks of dose maintenance). VYVANSE 30 mg/day was not statistically
different from placebo on the primary endpoint. The 50 and 70 mg/day doses were statistically
superior to placebo on the primary endpoint.
The efficacy of VYVANSE in the treatment of BED was demonstrated in two 12-week
randomized, double-blind, multi-center, parallel-group, placebo-controlled, dose-optimization
studies (Study 11 and Study 12) in adults aged 18-55 years (Study 11: N=374, Study 12: N=350)
with moderate to severe BED. A diagnosis of BED was confirmed using DSM-IV criteria for
BED. Severity of BED was determined based on having at least 3 binge days per week for 2
weeks prior to the baseline visit and on having a Clinical Global Impression Severity (CGI-S)
score of ≥4 at the baseline visit. For both studies, a binge day was defined as a day with at least
1 binge episode, as determined from the subject’s daily binge diary.
Both 12-week studies consisted of a 4-week dose-optimization period and an 8-week dose-
maintenance period. During dose-optimization, subjects assigned to VYVANSE began treatment
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at the titration dose of 30 mg/day and, after 1 week of treatment, were subsequently titrated to 50
mg/day. Additional increases to 70 mg/day were made as tolerated and clinically indicated.
Following the dose-optimization period, subjects continued on their optimized dose for the
duration of the dose-maintenance period.
The primary efficacy outcome for the two studies was defined as the change from baseline at
Week 12 in the number of binge days per week. Baseline is defined as the weekly average of the
number of binge days per week for the 14 days prior to the baseline visit. Subjects from both
studies on VYVANSE had a statistically significantly greater reduction from baseline in mean
number of binge days per week at Week 12. In addition, subjects on VYVANSE showed greater
improvement as compared to placebo across key secondary outcomes with higher proportion of
subjects rated improved on the CGI-I rating scale, higher proportion of subjects with 4-week
binge cessation, and greater reduction in the Yale-Brown Obsessive Compulsive Scale Modified
for Binge Eating (Y-BOCS-BE) total score.
Study
Treatment Group Primary Efficacy Measure: Binge Days per Week at Week 12
Number
LS Mean Change from Placebo-subtracted
Mean Baseline Score (SD)
Baseline (SE) Differencea (95% CI)
Study 11 VYVANSE (50 or 70 mg/day)* 4.79 (1.27) -3.87 (0.12) -1.35 (-1.70, -1.01)
Placebo 4.60 (1.21) -2.51 (0.13) --
Study 12 VYVANSE (50 or 70 mg/day)* 4.66 (1.27) -3.92 (0.14) -1.66 (-2.04, -1.28)
Placebo 4.82 (1.42) -2.26 (0.14) --
SD: standard deviation; SE: standard error; LS Mean: least-squares mean; CI: confidence interval.
a
Difference (drug minus placebo) in least-squares mean change from baseline.
* Doses statistically significantly superior to placebo.
A double-blind, placebo controlled, randomized withdrawal design study (Study 13) was
conducted to evaluate maintenance of efficacy based on time to relapse between VYVANSE and
placebo in adults aged 18 to 55 (N=267) with moderate to severe BED. In this longer-term study
patients who had responded to VYVANSE in the preceding 12-week open-label treatment phase
were randomized to continuation of VYVANSE or placebo for up to 26 weeks of observation for
relapse. Response in the open-label phase was defined as 1 or fewer binge days each week for
four consecutive weeks prior to the last visit at the end of the 12-week open-label phase and a
CGI-S score of 2 or less at the same visit. Relapse during the double-blind phase was defined as
having 2 or more binge days each week for two consecutive weeks (14 days) prior to any visit
and having an increase in CGI-S score of 2 or more points compared to the randomized-
withdrawal baseline. Maintenance of efficacy for patients who had an initial response during the
open-label period and then continued on VYVANSE during the 26-week double-blind
randomized-withdrawal phase was demonstrated with VYVANSE being superior over placebo
as measured by time to relapse.
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Figure 8 Kaplan-Meier Estimated Proportions of Subjects with Relapse in Adults with
BED (Study 13)
Examination of population subgroups based on age (there were no patients over 65), gender, and
race did not reveal any clear evidence of differential responsiveness in the treatment of BED.
• VYVANSE capsules 10 mg: pink body/pink cap (imprinted with S489 and 10 mg),
bottles of 100, NDC 59417-101-10
• VYVANSE capsules 20 mg: ivory body/ivory cap (imprinted with S489 and 20 mg),
bottles of 100, NDC 59417-102-10
• VYVANSE capsules 30 mg: white body/orange cap (imprinted with S489 and 30 mg),
bottles of 100, NDC 59417-103-10
• VYVANSE capsules 40 mg: white body/blue green cap (imprinted with S489 and
40 mg), bottles of 100, NDC 59417-104-10
• VYVANSE capsules 50 mg: white body/blue cap (imprinted with S489 and 50 mg),
bottles of 100, NDC 59417-105-10
• VYVANSE capsules 60 mg: aqua blue body/aqua blue cap (imprinted with S489 and
60 mg), bottles of 100, NDC 59417-106-10
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• VYVANSE capsules 70 mg: blue body/orange cap (imprinted with S489 and 70 mg),
bottles of 100, NDC 59417-107-10
• VYVANSE chewable tablets 10 mg: White to off-white round shaped tablet debossed
with ‘10’ on one side and ‘S489’ on the other, bottles of 100, NDC 59417-115-01
• VYVANSE chewable tablets 20 mg: White to off-white hexagonal shaped tablet
debossed with ‘20’ on one side and ‘S489’ on the other, bottles of 100, NDC 59417-116-
01
• VYVANSE chewable tablets 30 mg: White to off-white arc triangular shaped tablet
debossed with ‘30’ on one side and ‘S489’ on the other, bottles of 100, NDC 59417-117-
01
• VYVANSE chewable tablets 40 mg: White to off-white capsule shaped tablet debossed
with ‘40’ on one side and ‘S489’ on the other, bottles of 100, NDC 59417-118-01
• VYVANSE chewable tablets 50 mg: White to off-white arc square shaped tablet
debossed with ‘50’ on one side and ‘S489’ on the other, bottles of 100, NDC 59417-119-
01
• VYVANSE chewable tablets 60 mg: White to off-white arc diamond shaped tablet
debossed with ‘60’ on one side and ‘S489’ on the other, bottles of 100, NDC 59417-120-
01
Store at room temperature, 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F). Excursions permitted between 15°C
and 30°C (59°F to 86°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature].
Advise the patient to read the FDA-approved patient labeling (Medication Guide).
Abuse, Misuse, and Addiction
Educate patients and their families about the risks of abuse, misuse, and addiction of
VYVANSE, which can lead to overdose and death, and proper disposal of any unused drug [see
Warnings and Precautions (5.1), Drug Abuse and Dependence (9.2), Overdosage (10)]. Advise
patients to store VYVANSE in a safe place, preferably locked, and instruct patients to not give
VYVANSE to anyone else.
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Increased Blood Pressure and Heart Rate
Instruct patients that VYVANSE can cause elevations of their blood pressure and pulse rate and
they should be monitored for such effects.
Serotonin Syndrome
Caution patients about the risk of serotonin syndrome with concomitant use of VYVANSE and
other serotonergic drugs including SSRIs, SNRIs, triptans, tricyclic antidepressants, fentanyl,
lithium, tramadol, tryptophan, buspirone, St. John’s Wort, and with drugs that impair metabolism
of serotonin (in particular MAOIs, both those intended to treat psychiatric disorders and also
others such as linezolid [see Contraindications (4), Warnings and Precautions (5.7) and Drug
Interactions (7.1)]. Advise patients to contact their healthcare provider or report to the
emergency room if they experience signs or symptoms of serotonin syndrome.
Concomitant Medications
Advise patients to notify their physicians if they are taking, or plan to take, any prescription or
over-the-counter drugs because there is a potential for interactions [see Drug Interactions (7.1)].
Pregnancy Registry
Advise patients that there is a pregnancy exposure registry that monitors pregnancy outcomes in
women exposed to VYVANSE during pregnancy [see Use in Specific Populations (8.1)].
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Pregnancy
Advise patients of the potential fetal effects from the use of VYVANSE during pregnancy.
Advise patients to notify their healthcare provider if they become pregnant or intend to become
pregnant during treatment with VYVANSE [see Use in Specific Populations (8.1)].
Lactation
Advise women not to breastfeed if they are taking VYVANSE [see Use in Specific Populations
(8.2)].
Administration Instructions
• Capsules: Advise patients to take the capsules whole or empty and mix the entire contents with
yogurt, water, or orange juice. Advise patients to consume the mixture immediately and not to
store for future use [see Dosage and Administration (2.2)].
• Chewable tablets: Advise patients that chewable tablets must be chewed thoroughly before
swallowing [see Dosage and Administration (2.2)].
Distributed by:
Takeda Pharmaceuticals America, Inc.
Lexington, MA 02421
Made in USA
VYVANSE® and the VYVANSE Logo® are registered trademarks of Takeda Pharmaceuticals
U.S.A., Inc.
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MEDICATION GUIDE
VYVANSE® (Vi’ – vans)
(lisdexamfetamine dimesylate)
Capsules and Chewable Tablets, CII
What is the most important information I should know about VYVANSE?
VYVANSE may cause serious side effects, including:
• Abuse, misuse, and addiction. VYVANSE has a high chance for abuse and misuse and may lead to
substance use problems, including addiction. Misuse and abuse of VYVANSE, other amphetamine
containing medicines, and methylphenidate containing medicines, can lead to overdose and death. The risk
of overdose and death is increased with higher doses of VYVANSE or when it is used in ways that are not
approved, such as snorting or injection.
• Your healthcare provider should check you or your child’s risk for abuse, misuse, and addiction before
starting treatment with VYVANSE and will monitor you or your child during treatment.
• VYVANSE may lead to physical dependence after prolonged use, even if taken as directed by your
healthcare provider.
• Do not give VYVANSE to anyone else. See “What is VYVANSE?” for more information.
• Keep VYVANSE in a safe place and properly dispose of any unused medicine. See "How should I store
VYVANSE?" for more information.
• Tell your healthcare provider if you or your child have ever abused or been dependent on alcohol,
prescription medicines, or street drugs.
• Risks for people with serious heart disease. Sudden death has happened in people who have heart defects or
other serious heart disease.
Your healthcare provider should check you or your child carefully for heart problems before starting treatment
with VYVANSE. Tell your healthcare provider if you or your child have any heart problems, heart disease, or
heart defects.
Call your healthcare provider right away or go to the nearest hospital emergency room right away if you
or your child have any signs of heart problems such as chest pain, shortness of breath, or fainting during
treatment with VYVANSE.
• Increased blood pressure and heart rate.
Your healthcare provider should check you or your child’s blood pressure and heart rate regularly during treatment
with VYVANSE.
• Mental (psychiatric) problems, including:
• new or worse behavior and thought problems
• new or worse bipolar illness
• new psychotic symptoms (such as hearing voices, or seeing or believing things that are not real) or new
manic symptoms
Tell your healthcare provider about any mental problems you or your child have or about a family history of
suicide, bipolar illness, or depression.
Call your healthcare provider right away if you or your child have any new or worsening mental
symptoms or problems during treatment with VYVANSE, especially hearing voices, seeing or believing
things that are not real, or new manic symptoms.
What is VYVANSE?
VYVANSE is a central nervous system (CNS) stimulant prescription medicine used for the treatment of:
• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in adults and children 6 years of age and older. VYVANSE may
help increase attention and decrease impulsiveness and hyperactivity in people with ADHD.
• Moderate to severe binge eating disorder (BED) in adults. VYVANSE may help reduce the number of binge
eating days in people with BED.
VYVANSE is not for use in children under 6 years of age with ADHD.
VYVANSE is not for weight loss. It is not known if VYVANSE is safe and effective for the treatment of obesity.
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It is not known if VYVANSE is safe and effective for use in children with BED.
VYVANSE is a federally controlled substance (CII) because it contains lisdexamfetamine dimesylate that can
be a target for people who abuse prescription medicines or street drugs. Keep VYVANSE in a safe place to
protect it from theft. Never give your VYVANSE to anyone else because it may cause death or harm them. Selling or
giving away VYVANSE may harm others and is against the law.
Do not take VYVANSE if you or your child are:
• allergic to amphetamine products or any of the ingredients in VYVANSE. See the end of this Medication Guide for
a complete list of ingredients in VYVANSE.
• taking, or have stopped taking in the last 14 days, a medicine called a Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitor (MAOI).
• being treated with the antibiotic linezolid or intravenous methylene blue.
Before taking VYVANSE, tell your healthcare provider about all medical conditions, including if you or your
child:
• have heart problems, heart disease, heart defects, or high blood pressure
• have mental problems including psychosis, mania, bipolar illness, or depression or have a family history of
suicide, bipolar illness, or depression
• have circulation problems in fingers and toes
• have kidney problems
• have or had repeated movements or sounds (tics) or Tourette’s syndrome, or have a family history of tics or
Tourette’s syndrome
• are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. VYVANSE may harm the unborn baby.
o There is a pregnancy registry for females who are exposed to VYVANSE during pregnancy. The purpose of
the registry is to collect information about the health of females exposed to VYVANSE and their baby. If you
or your child becomes pregnant during treatment with VYVANSE, talk to your healthcare provider about
registering with the National Pregnancy Registry for Psychostimulants at 1-866-961-2388 or visit online at
https://womensmentalhealth.org/clinical-and-research-programs/pregnancyregistry/adhd-medications/.
• are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. VYVANSE passes into breast milk. You should not breastfeed during
treatment with VYVANSE. Talk to your healthcare provider about the best way to feed the baby during treatment
with VYVANSE.
Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines that you or your child take, including prescription and
over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.
VYVANSE can affect the way other medicines work and other medicines may affect how VYVANSE works. Taking
VYVANSE with other medicines can cause serious side effects. Sometimes the doses of other medicines will need to
be changed while taking VYVANSE.
Especially tell your healthcare provider if you or your child take:
• selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) • serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs)
• medicines used to treat migraine headaches called • tricyclic antidepressants
triptans
• lithium • fentanyl
• tramadol • tryptophan
• buspirone • St. John’s Wort
Keep a list of all medicines to show your healthcare provider and pharmacist when you get a new medicine. Your
healthcare provider will decide if VYVANSE can be taken with other medicines.
Do not start any new medicine during treatment with VYVANSE without talking to your healthcare provider
first.
How should VYVANSE be taken?
• Take VYVANSE exactly as prescribed by your healthcare provider.
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• Your healthcare provider may change the dose if needed.
• Take VYVANSE 1 time each day in the morning with or without food.
• VYVANSE comes in capsules or chewable tablets.
Taking VYVANSE Capsules:
• VYVANSE capsules may be swallowed whole.
• If VYVANSE capsules cannot be swallowed whole, the capsule may be opened and the entire contents
sprinkled onto yogurt, or poured into water or orange juice.
o Using a spoon, break apart any powder that is stuck together. Stir the VYVANSE powder and yogurt,
water, or orange juice until they are completely mixed together.
o Swallow all the yogurt, water, or orange juice mixture right away. Do not store the yogurt, water, or
orange juice mixture.
o It is normal to see a filmy coating on the inside of your glass or container after you eat or drink all the
VYVANSE mixture.
Taking VYVANSE Chewable Tablets:
• Chew VYVANSE tablets completely before swallowing.
If you or your child take too much VYVANSE, call your healthcare provider or Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222 or
go to the nearest hospital emergency room right away.
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The most common side effects of VYVANSE in children 6 to 17 years old and adults with ADHD include:
• loss of appetite (anorexia) • anxiety
• decreased appetite • weight loss
• diarrhea • dizziness
• dry mouth • irritability
• trouble sleeping • nausea
• stomach pain • vomiting
The most common side effects of VYVANSE in adults with BED include:
• dry mouth • trouble sleeping
• decreased appetite • increased heart rate
• constipation • feeling jittery
• anxiety
These are not all the possible side effects of VYVANSE.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
How should I store VYVANSE?
• Store VYVANSE in a safe place (like a locked cabinet) and in a tightly closed container at room temperature
between 68°F to 77°F (20°C to 25°C).
• Protect VYVANSE from light.
• Dispose of remaining, unused, or expired VYVANSE by a medicine take-back program at a U.S. Drug
Enforcement Administration (DEA) authorized collection site. If no take-back program or DEA authorized collector
is available, mix VYVANSE with an undesirable, nontoxic substance such as dirt, cat litter, or used coffee
grounds to make it less appealing to children and pets. Place the mixture in a container such as a sealed plastic
bag and throw away VYVANSE in the household trash. Visit www.fda.gov/drugdisposal for additional information
on disposal of unused medicines.
Keep VYVANSE and all medicines out of the reach of children.
General information about the safe and effective use of VYVANSE.
Medicines are sometimes prescribed for purposes other than those listed in a Medication Guide. Do not use
VYVANSE for a condition for which it was not prescribed. Do not give VYVANSE to other people, even if they have
the same symptoms that you have. It may harm them and it is against the law. You can ask your pharmacist or
healthcare provider for information about VYVANSE that is written for healthcare professionals.
What are the ingredients in VYVANSE?
Active ingredient: lisdexamfetamine dimesylate
Capsule Inactive ingredients: microcrystalline cellulose, croscarmellose sodium, and magnesium stearate. The
capsule shells (imprinted with S489) contain gelatin, titanium dioxide, and one or more of the following: FD&C Red
#3, FD&C Yellow #6, FD&C Blue #1, Black Iron Oxide, and Yellow Iron Oxide.
Chewable Tablet Inactive ingredients: colloidal silicon dioxide, croscarmellose sodium, guar gum, magnesium
stearate, mannitol, microcrystalline cellulose, sucralose, artificial strawberry flavor.
Distributed by: Takeda Pharmaceuticals America, Inc., Lexington, MA 02421. VYVANSE® and the VYVANSE Logo® are registered trademarks of Takeda
Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc. © 2023 Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc. All rights reserved.
For more information, go to www.vyvanse.com or call 1-800-828-2088.
This Medication Guide has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Revised: 10/2023
FPI-0322
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