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Dexmethylphenidate vs Lisdexamfetamine

Compare Dexmethylphenidate and Lisdexamfetamine side by side: what they treat, drug class, cost and FDA label information.

DexmethylphenidateLisdexamfetamine
Drug classCentral Nervous System StimulantCentral Nervous System Stimulant
Used to treatADHDADHD, Binge-eating disorder
Generic priceFrom $0.19 each, about $5.70 for 30 (2.5 mg tablet)From $2.44 each, about $73.11 for 30 (20 mg capsule)
Brand priceFocalin: from $0.65 each, about $19.50 for 30 (2.5 mg tablet)Vyvanse: from $12.35 each, about $370 for 30 (30 mg capsule)
Generic savingsGeneric costs about 71% less than the brandGeneric costs about 79% less than the brand