Confessions of a Fragrance Founder in Her 30s Navigating ADHD – Vyvanse Day 1

I Took Vyvanse at 4 AM… Here’s What Happened

At 4 AM, I popped 40mg of Vyvanse and waited. It took 1.5 hours to kick in—not the instant boost I was expecting, but more like a slow build. Then suddenly, my brain was on go mode.

💧 First Side Effect? Dry Mouth

I wanted WATER. IMMEDIATELY. I felt like I could drink the ocean and still be thirsty. Hydration is now my full-time job.

🍽 Didn’t Think About Food Until 3 PM

Y’all, I FORGOT TO EAT. Vyvanse completely silenced my food noise. A blessing and a little concerning.

🧠 Brain Fog? Vanished.

For the first time in a LONG time, I wasn’t fighting my own brain to complete tasks. Instead of forcing myself to brain-dump, my brain just… did it.

⚡ The Energy? UNREAL. Also… I Was Musty.

I was not prepared for the extra energy. But stimulants = increased sweating, and whew, I was musty by noon. Extra deodorant is now a must.

💊 40mg vs. 30mg – Was the Jump Worth It?

YES. 100% yes. On 30mg, I crashed by noon. With 40mg, I didn’t feel tired until 3 PM—exactly what I needed for my 12-hour workdays.

🚀 Final Thoughts: Tomorrow is the Real Test

I have to wake up at 1 AM to work before my actual workday. Will Vyvanse keep me locked in? We’re about to find out.