Vyvanse was my first medication (I’m on Foquest). The first few days, for me, were transformative but intense. My head buzzed, my heart jackhammered, but there was zero hesitation to complete tasks that were usually daunting (simple things like making a phone call, online banking, certain work tasks I’d been putting off, general human interaction). I had tremendous lasting energy and improved mood. While many symptoms of ADHD persisted in some form, they were diminished.

It was like I had spent my life hacking my way thru the jungle and suddenly there was a clear trail ahead.

My friend also started Vyvanse recently and described a very similar experience. The first few days were a revelation of a functioning headspace.

It didn’t last of course. The intensity leveled off, but the net positive effects continued until the side effects were too much and I switched. When I started Foquest I could have said the same thing you described in your post.

I’ve been on Foquest (25mg) for about a month. Last night I had 3 pints of lager. First time I’ve drank since being on the medication. Nothing unusual except that the next day it was like I hadn’t drank at all. Normally there’s some effect on energy levels or mood. Doubtful it’s related to the meds, but it was the only remarkable thing.