Difference Between Vyvanse vs Adderall
Vyvanse vs Adderall
Active Ingredient: Lisdexamfetamine dimesylate
(Vynanse).
Mechanism of Action: Vyvanse is a prodrug, meaning it needs to be metabolized in the body to become active. It is converted to dextroamphetamine, which then exerts its effects.
Duration: Vyvanse generally has a longer duration of action, lasting about 10-12 hours.
Onset: It may take a bit longer to start working compared to Adderall.
Abuse Potential: Because Vyvanse is a prodrug and needs to be metabolized, it is considered to have a lower abuse potential compared to other stimulant medications.
Active Ingredients: A combination of amphetamine salts, including both dextroamphetamine and levoamphetamine (Adderall)
Mechanism of Action: Adderall contains active stimulants that are directly effective as soon as they enter the bloodstream.
Duration: Adderall’s effects can last around 4-6 hours for the immediate-release (IR) form and 8-12 hours for the extended-release (XR) form.
Onset: Adderall typically starts working faster than Vyvanse.
Abuse Potential: Adderall has a higher potential for abuse compared to Vyvanse due to its direct stimulant properties.
