VYVANSE vs XELSTRYM

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 20, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. VYVANSE and XELSTRYM are different prescription medicines. Combining or switching between them can cause interactions — talk to a pharmacist or prescriber before making changes. This page is not medical advice.

Attribute	VYVANSE	XELSTRYM
Rating	New	68/100
Pharmacy pays	—	~$29.94 /30
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	LISDEXAMFETAMINE DIMESYLATE	DEXTROAMPHETAMINE
Manufacturer	Takeda Pharms USA	Noven Pharms Inc
Dosage forms	Capsule, Tablet, chewable	Patch, extended release
Drug class	Central Nervous System Stimulant	Central Nervous System Stimulant
Boxed warning	Boxed warning	Boxed warning
Half-life	less than 1 hour (parent drug)	—
Treats	Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity, Binge Drinking	Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity, Narcolepsy

vyvanse xelstrym

Rating

New

68/100

Pharmacy pays

—

~$29.94 /30

Type

Active ingredient

LISDEXAMFETAMINE DIMESYLATE

DEXTROAMPHETAMINE

Manufacturer

Takeda Pharms USA

Noven Pharms Inc

Dosage forms

Capsule, Tablet, chewable

Patch, extended release

Drug class

Central Nervous System Stimulant

Boxed warning

Half-life

less than 1 hour (parent drug)

—

Treats

Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity, Binge Drinking

Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity, Narcolepsy

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Vyvanse and Xelstrym?

Vyvanse contains Lisdexamfetamine Dimesylate, while Xelstrym contains Dextroamphetamine — they have different active ingredients.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.