Precursor to metabolite: Lisdexamfetamine to Dextro amphetamine

Lisdexamfetamine is converted to Dextro amphetamine by red-cell hydrolysis.

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The pair

Lisdexamfetamine — Dextroamphetamine prodrug for ADHD and binge eating; smooth delivery, still Schedule II.
Dextro amphetamine — The more potent d-isomer of amphetamine.

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