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ADHD, Depression, Aggression, Anxiety, Back And Hip Pain. Taking Vyvanse. Cure For Symptoms?

My daughter has been taking vyvanse for 3 yrs to treat ADHD . (30 mg per day) She is experiencing major depression , aggression and anger issues, anxiety, major back and hip problem. From the research I ve done, it looks like these symptoms are likely vyvanse related. What is the best and safest way to wean a teenager off of vyvanse?
Fri, 2 Nov 2012
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Hello and welcome to Healthcare Magic. Thanks for your query.

It is not advisable to make treatment decisions without a proper evaluation and advise of a doctor. Though Vyvanse has been known to cause psychological side effects, you can never be sure if her depression and anxiety are co-existing or underlying her other ADHD symptoms. Moreover, stopping Vyvanse can lead to an increase of her ADHD symptoms and this issue needs to ne tackled. So, I would advise you to arrange for a consultation with a psychiatrist for a detailed evaluation and planning further treatment options.

Wish you all the best.

- Dr. Jonas Sundarakumar
Consultant Psychiatrist
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ADHD, Depression, Aggression, Anxiety, Back And Hip Pain. Taking Vyvanse. Cure For Symptoms?

Hello and welcome to Healthcare Magic. Thanks for your query. It is not advisable to make treatment decisions without a proper evaluation and advise of a doctor. Though Vyvanse has been known to cause psychological side effects, you can never be sure if her depression and anxiety are co-existing or underlying her other ADHD symptoms. Moreover, stopping Vyvanse can lead to an increase of her ADHD symptoms and this issue needs to ne tackled. So, I would advise you to arrange for a consultation with a psychiatrist for a detailed evaluation and planning further treatment options. Wish you all the best. - Dr. Jonas Sundarakumar Consultant Psychiatrist