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.
Master Lisdexamfetamine and 1,100+ More
Practice pronunciation with AI feedback, flashcards, and spaced repetition.
Download on App Store