Lata is preparing a report on the abuse of ADHD medications in school settings,and is particularly interested in medications formulated in ways that reduce the risk of abuse.What prodrug should she include?

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Vyvanse is a prodrug of dextroamphetamine, which means it is inactive until ingested and then metabolized in the body. This formulation reduces the risk of abuse as it cannot be crushed or snorted to achieve a quick high, unlike other ADHD medications like Adderall, which can be abused in this manner. Daytrana is a patch formulation of methylphenidate, which can still be abused by methods like licking the patch or heating it up, and Concerta is an extended-release formulation of methylphenidate that can still be abused by crushing and snorting. Therefore, Vyvanse is the best choice as it has been designed specifically to address the issue of abuse.

Lata Is Preparing a Report on the Abuse of ADHD