How to Pronounce Lisdexamfetamine (Vyvanse)

lis-dex-am-FET-a-meen
IPA: /lɪs.dɛks.æm.ˈfɛt.æ.miːn/
Brand name: Vyvanse
lis dex am FET a meen
Lisdexamfetamine is pronounced lis-dex-am-FET-a-meen

How do you pronounce Lisdexamfetamine?

Lisdexamfetamine is pronounced “lis-dex-am-FET-a-meen”. It has 6 syllables: lis ‑ dex ‑ am ‑ fet ‑ a ‑ meen. The stress falls on the fourth syllable, “fet”.

How many syllables are in Lisdexamfetamine?

Lisdexamfetamine has 6 syllables: lis ‑ dex ‑ am ‑ fet ‑ a ‑ meen.

What does Lisdexamfetamine mean?

Prodrug of dextroamphetamine with lower abuse potential due to required enzymatic conversion. ADHD, binge eating, prodrug

Word Parts

prefix lis- lysine-conjugated (prodrug)
suffix -amine amine compound

Common Mispronunciations

With 6 syllables, speakers often rush or skip middle syllables — practice each syllable distinctly: lis-dex-am-FET-a-meen. Stress falls on syllable 4 (FET) — avoid placing stress on the first syllable

Where You'll Encounter This

ADHD, binge eating, prodrug. Increases dopamine and norepinephrine. First-line for ADHD.

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