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 | What are the side effects of Provigil?
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|  Provigil (generic name modafinil) is a prescription medicine used to treat people who have narcolepsy, a condition that causes frequent and uncontrollable daytime sleepiness. The most commonly reported side effects of Provigil include headaches, nausea, nervousness, diarrhea, dry mouth, and difficulty sleeping at night. Similar stimulant-type medications such as Ritalin (methylphenidate) and Dexedrine (dextroamphetamine), have been associated with dependence when taken without a physician’s directions. While there are no reports of physical or psychological dependence with Provigil, the risk of dependence isn’t well studied. If you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver disease, or kidney disease, you may need a lower dose of Provigil. Sources:
Micromedex Healthcare Series. Micromedex Inc., 2000.
Drug Facts and Comparisons, Facts and Comparisons, 2000.
Provigil Product Information 1998, Cephalon Inc. This answer prepared 5/10/00.
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