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Drug Interactions
Vyvanse can potentially interact with a number of medicines (see Vyvanse Drug Interactions for more information).What Should I Tell My Healthcare Provider Before Taking Vyvanse?
You should talk with your healthcare provider prior to taking this drug if you have:- Heart problems of any kind, including:
- Heart disease
- Congestive heart failure
- An irregular heart rhythm (arrhythmia)
- A recent heart attack
- High blood pressure (hypertension)
- Mental illness, including:
- Depression
- Bipolar disorder
- Psychotic disorders (such as schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder)
- Seizures or epilepsy
- Tourette syndrome
- Glaucoma (a condition of the eye)
- Liver or kidney problems
- Thyroid problems
- A history of drug or alcohol abuse
- Any allergies, including allergies to foods, dyes, or preservatives.
Also, let your healthcare provider know if you are:
- Pregnant or thinking of becoming pregnant (see Vyvanse and Pregnancy)
- Breastfeeding (see Vyvanse and Breastfeeding).
Make sure to tell your healthcare provider about all of the medicines you take, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.
(Click Vyvanse Warnings and Precautions to learn more, including information on who should not take the drug.)