Modafinil for Obstructive Sleep Apnea/Hypopnea Syndrome User Reviews (Page 2)

• NWN...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 6, 2021

"I truly felt I would never feel any relief from this horrible condition, but then was finally put on Modafinil 200 mg. I can actually smile and am starting to crawl out of this deep depression I've been in for years. This medication can really save lives."

• jus...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• August 27, 2021

"Older patients clear modafinil from the body more slowly, so a 100 mg dose is recommended. I began using modafinil at age 55 because Concerta 54 mg had begun causing chest pains. I found 200 mg causes sore kidneys. I've been using CPAP for 20 years. I just needed something to keep me awake while driving. I tried both Provigil and generic modafinil. Neither works for me. So I stick to caffeine tablets as needed. Herbal supplements help, but must be rotated to avoid developing tolerance. Canned beets can improve alertness, as well as focus supplements, priced under $20. I work 2nd and 3rd shift in a data center with constant 68°F temperature. There are three or four different generic manufacturers. Some forums say the manufacturer can make a huge difference. My prescription is only affordable through Walmart, which uses Aurobindo."

• sco...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 24, 2021

"I’ve been on Modafinil for about a week, and it seems to be helping. I’m able to get up and going after about 20 minutes instead of my usual 1-1/2 to 2 hours. I have noticed one thing, though: my appetite has gone crazy. I’m always hungry. Has anyone else experienced this?"

• bur...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• October 26, 2015

"I have been taking modafinil for 2 years now at 600 mg daily. Moderate to severe sleep apnea. I have been trying to sleep for 20 years... I have tried everything: surgery, weight loss, Autopap, and a CPAP. No side effects."

• mdd...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 9, 2017

"So far, this medicine works well. One hour after I take the medicine, I feel wide awake and more alert than I have felt in years. About 4.5 to 5 hours in, I usually get a headache, but I stay awake feeling fine. I have noticed that when I go to sleep, I sleep much sounder and longer."

• Sle...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 29, 2016

"I put off taking modafinil until I used my CPAP for 1 month, as instructed by my doctor. I have complex sleep apnea, both obstructive and central, and a circadian rhythm disorder. My clock is totally backwards, could be considered shift work disorder, but I haven't worked for a few years due to this and other medical issues. I've been doing a lot better, but the sleep is the major issue. I tried modafinil 50 mg, nothing. I then went to 100 mg, nothing. I also tried 50 twice a day, nothing. After about 6 days, I started experiencing extreme gastrointestinal pains, bloating, and distension. I looked pregnant and could barely move because of the pain. I could not pass gas either. It was terrible. I was really disappointed as I heard good reviews here."

• Tir...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 23, 2017

"Was prescribed this for sleep apnea. It made me feel horrible, and I had weird sleep hallucinations with it. It didn't make me feel awake, it just made me feel weird. Disappointed that I still haven't found anything to help me stay awake during the day."

• Anonymous
• November 29, 2011

Modafinil "I suffer from sleep apnea. Provigil really helps improve my focus and concentration. I only wish it had been available when I was a student in college! No telling what I could have accomplished!"

• a1v...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 17, 2012

Modafinil "I have been on Provigil for approximately 6 months, and there is a marked difference! I am very happy with this medicine and the weight loss."

• Dai...
• April 12, 2008

Modafinil "Helps with daytime alertness and ADD."

• Apn...
• April 29, 2016

Modafinil "Really helps in the morning but seems to wear off rather quickly. I will try an additional dose in the afternoon."

• Anonymous
• December 17, 2010

Modafinil "Really works, saved my job."

• Kus...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 26, 2015

"Extremely effective for memory and alertness. Take 1/2 in the morning. Second dosage 2-3 hours later. If taken whole, it causes hunger and nervousness/shaking."

• Bul...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 16, 2021

"I still seem to be sleepy. I am able to stay awake 12 hours, but feel I could go to sleep at any time."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 29, 2017

Modafinil "Jittery, dry mouth, shortness of breath, tightness in chest, exacerbated hand tremors, diarrhea, nausea, headache, hot flash every day. Excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS) marginally improved at best."

• Jus...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• January 18, 2022

"I wouldn't be able to get through my day without this medication."