Trintellix vs Vyvanse
A side-by-side look at two mental health medications advertised on TV. Informational only — not medical advice.
Maintained by TVPills Editorial Team · Site updated November 4, 2026 (not a product-label review)
| Attribute | US Trintellix | US Vyvanse |
|---|---|---|
| Generic name | vortioxetine Unverified catalogue summary (Generic name) for Trintellix in US; not checked against current local product information. | lisdexamfetamine Unverified catalogue summary (Generic name) for Vyvanse in US; not checked against current local product information. |
| Drug class | See official local label Unverified catalogue summary (Drug class) for Trintellix in US; not checked against current local product information. | See official local label Unverified catalogue summary (Drug class) for Vyvanse in US; not checked against current local product information. |
| Treats | Major depressive disorder Unverified catalogue summary (Treats) for Trintellix in US; not checked against current local product information. | ADHD, binge eating disorder Unverified catalogue summary (Treats) for Vyvanse in US; not checked against current local product information. |
| Category | Mental Health Unverified catalogue summary (Category) for Trintellix in US; not checked against current local product information. | Mental Health Unverified catalogue summary (Category) for Vyvanse in US; not checked against current local product information. |
| Manufacturer | Takeda Pharmaceuticals America, Inc. (US marketer; licensed from H. Lundbeck A/S) Unverified catalogue summary (Manufacturer) for Trintellix in US; not checked against current local product information. | Takeda Unverified catalogue summary (Manufacturer) for Vyvanse in US; not checked against current local product information. |
| Year approved | — Unverified catalogue summary (Year approved) for Trintellix in US; not checked against current local product information. | — Unverified catalogue summary (Year approved) for Vyvanse in US; not checked against current local product information. |
| Catalogue warning level | Safety summary withheld — check official label Unverified catalogue summary (Catalogue warning level) for Trintellix in US; not checked against current local product information. | Safety summary withheld — check official label Unverified catalogue summary (Catalogue warning level) for Vyvanse in US; not checked against current local product information. |
| Est. TV ad spend | $130M | $70M |
| Side effects and serious risks | — Unverified catalogue summary (Side effects and serious risks) for Trintellix in US; not checked against current local product information. | — Unverified catalogue summary (Side effects and serious risks) for Vyvanse in US; not checked against current local product information. |
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Sources and editorial standards
Use the current DailyMed labels to verify approved uses, boxed warnings, and side effects for each medication. Label results can differ by product, strength, and formulation.
Page updated November 4, 2026; the linked resources have not necessarily been reviewed on this date.
Frequently asked questions
Is Trintellix or Vyvanse better?
This directory does not compare clinical effectiveness or safety. Listing Trintellix and Vyvanse together does not establish shared approved indications, equivalence or suitability as substitutes. Consult the correct local labels and your prescriber.
What's the difference between Trintellix and Vyvanse?
The table shows catalogue identification and estimated advertising information for Trintellix and Vyvanse, not a verified medical comparison. Medical descriptions, mechanisms and safety summaries are withheld.
Which one spends more on TV ads?
Trintellix has the larger estimated TV advertising budget of the two.