PROVIGIL Reviews (MODAFINIL)Average Rating: 3.6 (619 Ratings)Filter ResultsCompare PROVIGIL with similar:
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| RATING | REASON | SIDE EFFECTS FOR PROVIGIL | COMMENTS | SEX | AGE | DURATION/ DOSAGE | DATE ADDED |
| 4 | Chronic fatigue from chronic pain | The only thing I've noticed that may be a side effect is my labido is up. I think that's a good thing though. | If the fatigue is high then it may take a little longer to fully work but it does work. I've taken it 4 days in a row now & have been able to get more done at a comfortable level then I ever have in the past 5 years even with using pain meds. | F | 30 | 4 days | 10/31/2004 | 4 | MS Fatique | I have been taking this drug for over 3years, It does help with fatique-some days thou-it has no effect at all. One thing, I have noticed lately I am really on edge. I am going to cut back and stop the drug for awhile to see if the edgyness goes away. Also, the drug does tend to go in bursts of energy sometimes. I take 200 mg. daily. | I wish I could find some research on the drug-seems that no one knows how it works. Like what are the longterm effects??? | F | 51 | 2.5 years | 10/30/2004 | 3 | excessive daytime sleepiness | numbness in fingers, lower arms; insomnia; headache; low pluse/blood pressure; blurred vision; diarhea; irregular heartbeat; increased dry eyes, mouth, bronchial tubes | It worked great for about 2 months, then I started having the above symptoms. I'm having a very hard time getting off it. My symptoms get worse each time I lower the dose. I can only reduce by 25mg at a time or symptoms get much worse. I am sensitive to ephedrine (norephinephrine) which is probably why I'm having this reaction to provigil. | F | 49 | 6 months | 10/26/2004 | 3 | excessive daytime sleepiness | numbness in fingers, lower arms; insomnia; headache; low pluse/blood pressure; blurred vision; diarhea; irregular heartbeat; increased dry eyes, mouth, bronchial tubes | It worked great for about 2 months, then I started having the above symptoms. I'm having a very hard time getting off it. My symptoms get worse each time I lower the dose. I can only reduce by 25mg at a time or symptoms get much worse. I am sensitive to ephedrine (norephinephrine) which is probably why I'm having this reaction to provigil. | F | 49 | 6 months | 10/26/2004 | 5 | mild ADD | Insomnia if take it too late in morning. | I take about 1/3 of a 200mg. pill, 4 to 5 days/wk. Excellent for organizing paperwork and multiple tasks. Price is prohibitive. Website:canadarxconnection.com lists much lower prices & I will try it when my samples run out. | F | 68 | 2 months | 10/24/2004 | 4 | narcalepsy | urine had very strong oder, teeth grinding, loss of appetite, muscles fatigue easier | It did make me more alert, but my sleep was still very disrupted. Overall a good choice. My attentivness was unbelievable - like none I have ever experienced. | M | 18 | 3 weeks | 10/14/2004 | 5 | Excessive daytime sleepiness. | None. | I work in front of a computer long hours and I was finding I could not stay awake and my job was in jeopardy because of it. My doc put me on Provigil and it is amazing how different my life is. She has suggested I only take on work days as she says it maintains better efficacy if not taken every day. I believe she is right. I seem to tell a greater difference the first day I take it again after not taking it for 2 days. I am taking 300 mg a day on the days I take it, but again try not to take it except when I feel it is going to be absolutely necessary. One thing for sure, it must be taken early in the day, or you will definitely be up for at least the next 12-14 hours after taking it, no matter what time that is! I am very thankful for Provigil and hope that it does not have any long term detrimental side effects that have not been discovered yet. | F | 54 | 3 months | 10/9/2004 | 4 | depression | none | M | 47 | 10 days | 10/5/2004 | 3 | lack of energy | urine has strong odor, Provigil can make me anxious | F | 44 | 30 days | 9/9/2004 | 5 | Daytime somnolence due to PLMD | Initial jittery feeling that resolved within a month and diarrhea which resolved in 3 months | Provigil has been a lifesaver for me. I can actually drive and work without falling asleep repeatedly | F | 53 | 4 months | 8/3/2004 | 4 | cognition and memory loss | none | After seizurs found myself with very poor cognition and profound short term memory loss. On taking the medication I found the problem was helped remarkably. | M | 2 years | 7/30/2004 | 5 | Fibromyalgia | Diarreah, loss or appetite, headache, jaw clenching | I have excessive fatigue and this drug is a lifesaver. I canot get the RX filled because I dont have narcolepsy. I am using samples from my Dr. | M | 22 | 1 months | 7/18/2004 | 5 | narcolepsy | potential for jitters periodically, but most initial side effects (headache, anger & euphoria) have worn off | Provigil has changed my life. I am able to stay awake during the day, without constant struggle. I sleep much better, eventhough I still have streatches of bad sleep, it is nothing compared to what I was living with before. I have been extremely lucky that provigil works for me. | F | 28 | 3 years | 6/5/2004 | 5 | Narcalepsy | Occasional headache, quickly cured with tylenol | This medication gave me a life. The fog was lifted and I could finally see in color. I am amazed at how much of my own life I have missed. I take 400mg per day and can finally drive for more than an hour without dozing off. I love this med and would recommed it to anyone suffering from narcalepsy. | F | 33 | 1 years | 5/23/2004 | 5 | Narcolepsy | Periodic nausea and difficulty sleeping thru the night. Frequent awakening thru night. | Even with occasional mild side effects, provigil has been a life changer. I am able to stay awake for longer periods of time without sleep attacks. While I rarely feel fully rested, I am able to stay awake. I alternate and supplement provigil with Ritalin. I believe take a drug holiday is helpful for me as well as a nap if needed. When first diagnosed with narcolepsy I took Ritalin. I was able to stay awake for at least 3hrs straight, an improvement from 1.5 hrs wakefulness. However, I can stay awake all day with provigil. It set me free and help me complete my graduate education, along with plenty of prayer. | F | 28 | 5 years | 5/15/2004 | 5 | depression and fatigue | some clenching of the jaw, and/or other muscle tension at first. occasional headaches since although they may be caused by allergies | makes me feel more alert and rested than i ever have; does not interfere with sleep, I can even nap--although i feel far less need | F | 42 | 60 days | 5/9/2004 | 4 | CFS | none | You mostly notice the effect of Provigil whenyou don't take it and see the difference. | F | 47 | 10 days | 5/2/2004 | 2 | narcolepsy | Feeling of Buzz or object in top of my head! Very Irritable and prone to anger and lashing out while on this drug. Positives: Wake up very alert. Have a very restful sleep at night. Able to drive without dosing. I discontinued use due to side effects. | M | 52 | 3 weeks | 4/21/2004 | 3 | Depression, Excessive Daytime Sleep | Slight jaw clenching at first. | I thought it was a miracle drug. I've tried every single anti-depressant out there, and NOTHING made me feel as normal as Provigil. The sad part is that Provigil just stopped working after about 2 weeks. Increasing does did not help. The cost is outrageous, but I would have kept paying it if it wouldn't have lost effectiveness. | M | 3 weeks | 4/12/2004 | 5 | Excessive Tiredness | This medication has really been a life saver for me, it counteracts the sedative effects of Klonopin and Trileptal for me and allows me to make it through the day. Best of all, it gives you energy but not jitters. | F | 20 | 3.5 years | 2/24/2004 |