Posted by laima on February 28, 2007, at 23:40:58
In reply to Re: Question about if the new ADHD medication, posted by notfred on February 28, 2007, at 23:15:23
Check out the wikipedia article. There seems to be some belief that it's actually not exactly dexedrine, and they also say it may be a good option for people with a prior history of stimulant abuse. I couldn't find it, but a while back there was a thread on babble in which someone posted that they heard euphoric effects were at an absolute minimum- which to me is interesting, as dexedrine has a euphoria-potential reputation.I also found this:
http://www.stayhealthynews.com/HealthTopStories/id_56753/Shire said it tried to limit the drug's potential for misuse. It tested the drug on adults with a history of abusing stimulants to assess its "likeability." Results suggest the drug delays the onset and limits the intensity of amphetamine-like effects, the company said.
Vyvanse works by gradually releasing its active ingredient, d-amphetamine, after the drug has been swallowed and comes into contact with enzymes in the digestive tract.
Unless it's swallowed, Vyvanse remains inactive. Shire believes that will curtail its potential for abuse by users who snort or inject crushed pills.
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