Elvanse 50mg Capsules (Lisdexamfetamine Dimesylate)
₦800,600.00
Buy Elvanse 50mg Online in Nigeria – Long-Acting Prodrug Stimulant for ADHD
Buy Elvanse 50mg online from HubPharm Africa, a PCN licensed specialty pharmacy. Elvanse contains lisdexamfetamine dimesylate and is indicated as part of a comprehensive treatment programme for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in children aged 6 years and above, in adolescents and in adults, typically where a previous response to methylphenidate has been judged clinically inadequate.
Lisdexamfetamine is a prodrug. The capsule itself is pharmacologically inactive and must be converted to dexamfetamine by enzymatic hydrolysis in red blood cells before it can work. Because this conversion is rate-limited and happens in the bloodstream rather than the gut, Elvanse produces a smooth, gradual rise in active drug and a long duration of effect, commonly around 13 hours from a single morning dose.
The 50mg strength is a mid-range maintenance dose within the 30mg to 70mg range. Lisdexamfetamine is a controlled medicine, so HubPharm dispenses Elvanse only against a valid prescription from a registered physician, with pharmacist review before dispatch. Same-day delivery within Lagos, 48 hours nationwide.
Key Features
- Prodrug Design: Conversion to active dexamfetamine happens in red blood cells, which produces a gradual onset and a long, even duration of effect.
- Approximately 13 Hours of Cover: One morning capsule covers the school or working day and the study or evening period that follows, with no midday dose required.
- Reduced Misuse Potential: Because the medicine must be enzymatically converted in the body to become active, crushing, snorting or injecting the contents does not produce a rapid effect. This does not remove the risk of misuse but it does lower it relative to immediate release amphetamines.
- Flexible Administration: The capsule can be swallowed whole or opened and the entire contents dispersed in water, orange juice or yoghurt, which suits patients who cannot swallow capsules.
- Pharmacist-Verified Controlled Dispensing: Prescription verification, cardiovascular and psychiatric screening, and controlled drug record keeping are completed before dispatch.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elvanse 50mg used for?
Elvanse is used to treat Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in patients aged 6 years and above, as part of a comprehensive treatment programme. In many treatment guidelines it is positioned for patients whose response to methylphenidate has been inadequate.
How long does Elvanse last?
The effect typically lasts around 13 hours from a single morning dose, which is longer than most other ADHD medicines.
When should Elvanse be taken?
Once daily in the morning, with or without food, at the same time each day. Because of its long duration, taking it later in the day is a common cause of difficulty sleeping.
Can the capsule be opened?
Yes. The capsule may be swallowed whole, or opened and the entire contents emptied into water, orange juice or yoghurt, stirred until dispersed and taken immediately. The dose must not be divided, and any residue in the container should be rinsed and taken.
What is the difference between Elvanse 50mg and 70mg?
Both contain lisdexamfetamine. 50mg is a mid-range maintenance dose and 70mg is the maximum licensed dose. Patients are titrated upward only if the response at the lower dose is incomplete and the medicine is well tolerated.
How does Elvanse differ from Concerta or Ritalin?
Elvanse is an amphetamine-class prodrug; Concerta and Ritalin contain methylphenidate. They work through overlapping but distinct mechanisms, and a patient who does not respond to one class may respond well to the other. Elvanse also lasts longer than most methylphenidate preparations.
What are the common side effects?
Reduced appetite, weight loss, difficulty sleeping, dry mouth, headache, nausea, upper abdominal pain, irritability and an increase in heart rate and blood pressure are the most commonly reported effects.
Who should not take Elvanse?
It is not suitable for people with significant cardiovascular disease, symptomatic cardiac disease, moderate to severe hypertension, arrhythmias, advanced arteriosclerosis, hyperthyroidism, glaucoma or phaeochromocytoma. It must not be used with a monoamine oxidase inhibitor or within 14 days of stopping one.
Can Elvanse be used in adults?
Yes. Elvanse is used in adults with ADHD, though initiation should be under specialist supervision, and cardiovascular status should be assessed before starting.
Is Elvanse addictive?
Amphetamines carry a recognised risk of dependence and misuse and Elvanse is a controlled medicine. The prodrug design lowers but does not eliminate this risk. Never share your medicine and never take more than prescribed.
Do I need a prescription to buy Elvanse in Nigeria?
Yes. Elvanse is a prescription only, controlled medicine and is dispensed only against a valid, verifiable prescription from a physician registered in Nigeria.
How should Elvanse be stored?
Store below 25°C in the original pack, protected from moisture, out of the sight and reach of children, and stored securely as required for controlled medicines.
Description
Elvanse 50mg – Full Product Information
Active ingredient: Lisdexamfetamine dimesylate 50mg, a pharmacologically inactive prodrug of dexamfetamine.
Presentation: 50mg hard capsules for oral use, swallowed whole or dispersed in liquid or soft food.
Indication: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in patients aged 6 years and above, as part of a comprehensive treatment programme.
Legal category: Prescription only medicine. Controlled substance. Dispensed against a valid prescription only.
How Elvanse Works
Lisdexamfetamine is dexamfetamine covalently bound to the amino acid L-lysine. It has no pharmacological activity of its own. After absorption, enzymes within red blood cells hydrolyse the bond and release active dexamfetamine into the circulation. Dexamfetamine blocks the reuptake of dopamine and noradrenaline and promotes their release from presynaptic terminals, increasing catecholamine signalling in the prefrontal cortex and striatum and improving attention, impulse control and behavioural regulation. Because the rate of conversion rather than the rate of absorption determines how quickly active drug appears, plasma levels rise smoothly and the clinical effect is sustained for approximately 13 hours.
Storage and Handling
Store below 25°C in the original pack, protected from moisture. Keep out of the sight and reach of children and store securely as required for controlled medicines. Do not use after the expiry date shown on the packaging. Return unused medicine to a pharmacy for safe disposal.
Safety Information
Do not use if you are allergic to amphetamines or to any of the excipients, or with a monoamine oxidase inhibitor or within 14 days of stopping one. Seek medical advice before use if you have any heart condition, structural cardiac abnormality, hypertension, arrhythmia, cerebrovascular disease, hyperthyroidism, glaucoma, epilepsy, psychiatric illness including psychosis, bipolar disorder, severe depression or anxiety, tics or Tourette syndrome, or a personal or family history of drug or alcohol dependence. Cardiovascular status should be assessed before initiation, and blood pressure, pulse, weight, height in children, appetite, sleep and mood monitored throughout. Report chest pain, fainting, breathlessness, new or worsening psychiatric symptoms, or signs of circulatory problems in the fingers and toes without delay. Elvanse may impair the ability to drive or operate machinery.
Pharmacist Support
Every HubPharm order is reviewed by a licensed pharmacist before dispatch. You can reach our pharmacy team on WhatsApp at +234 705 050 5001, or through Afiya, our AI health companion, 24 hours a day in over 50 languages.
This information is provided for general education and does not replace the advice of a qualified healthcare professional. Always read the manufacturer’s leaflet supplied with your medicine.
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