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What childhood symptom history is required for Elvanse (lisdexamfetamine dimesylate) to be indicated for ADHD in adults?

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For adult ADHD treatment with Elvanse (lisdexamfetamine dimesylate), pre-existing ADHD symptoms in childhood are required and should be confirmed retrospectively using medical records or, if unavailable, appropriate structured instruments or interviews.

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Elvanse 20mg Hard CapsulesTakeda UK Ltd · emc · SmPC §4.1 Therapeutic Indications · Version 7Document updated 23 January 2026

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