Generic Vyvanse

[Chicagomom]

Has anyone switched to this yet, who was previously on the brand name version? If so, does it work similar to the brand name in terms of efficacy? Any different side effects? Is the texture similar when you go to mix it with yogurt, etc?

My daughter has been on brand name Vyvanse for a few years now. She is very sensitive to meds and has sensory issues (thus the mix in question).

I am concerned with any changes with her. As an example, we previously tried Focalin which is also a mix in but she didn’t like the texture (beads?) and refused it. Major tantrums.

I am anticipating insurance will force a switch to generic Vyvanse soon for cost reasons.

Thanks!

[Tenurepollard05]

hi there! I began taking the generic version a few weeks ago. I can say that I have not noticed any difference whatsoever. I do take the capsule, so I can’t speak to the texture when mixing with yogurt/applesauce, but I would assume it would the same? I did a quick internet search on beads and found this article helpful: childmind.org/article/under...

Really and truly with a medication being a generic version the only differences allowed are in the inactive ingredients (coating, binders and fillers), so it’s very rare that a person would be sensitive to these minute differences. In your case, it might be helpful to call and ask your pharmacist what differences there are between the name brand and generic version. Or if they can tell you which generic version they carry, you should be able to get the differences from the manufacturer directly. I hope this is helpful to you. Good luck!

[SCMB911]

Sorry Chicagomom, my son used the chewable generic Vyvanse from the start so I can't compare. He was sensitive to all meds and textures. It was chalky but the taste wasn't bad. He could only tolerate half because these meds have been a constant debate since day 1. We ended up taking him off of the Vyvanse (gen)because he would be a mixed bag of emotions and so tired after school. It was sad to see him go through that. He never liked the zombie feeling these meds gave him. He is 13 now and thinks he can control himself. It is extremely difficult to watch your kid just get by when you know he has so much more potential. Even though he knows the medicine helps him to be more successful if it means "feeling like a zombie or super intense focused with jaw clenching" , he will pass on the meds. It is upsetting but I refuse to hold down a 13yo or start every morning in an argument.

He has used Quivalent liquid, Vyvanse chewable (gen) and Focalin(gen). All produced a different reaction in him.

I wish you and your daughter the best of luck. Just like us, their lil bodies and minds are ever changing so we have to help them understand and navigate through it. Sounds like you're doing just that.

[Nostrings]

I started taking this and it does not work at all. It actually increased my anxiety.