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Provigil for Narcolepsy User Reviews (Page 4)

Reviews for Provigil

Commonly mentioned side effects
  • Anonymous
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • June 29, 2012

"It saved my life, had forgotten normal people live this type of life, I feel normal again! I feel so lucky my doctor prescribed it."

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  • Agl...
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • October 15, 2018

"Did not keep me from falling asleep at work at all."

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  • Anonymous
  • October 30, 2008

"Only side effect for Provigil was a headache for the first week. Much more effective medication, better results and fewer side effects."

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Frequently asked questions

  • Anonymous
  • October 9, 2012

"I was good the first two days on this medicine, but on the third day, I got lots of itching and skin sensitivity. I was hoping this would work for me, but it did not."

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  • Bil...
  • Taken for 5 to 10 years
  • October 7, 2017

"Awake... Euphoria!"

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  • sco...
  • November 6, 2009

"It helps with my narcolepsy, but isn't strong enough. I can still fall asleep almost anytime."

5 / 10
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  • Byr...
  • February 26, 2020

"Taken Provigil for about 5 or more years, and it is not effective anymore."

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More FAQ

  • Anonymous
  • July 17, 2009

"Pros: Works well in keeping me alert, no significant downer when the drug wears off, can be used on an as-needed basis. Cons: EXPENSIVE!"

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  • laz...
  • May 1, 2009

"I have been taking Provigil for 1 year now. I take 200 mg 3 x daily. It has helped me more than any other drug I have been prescribed, however, I do get headaches and find myself dehydrated."

9 / 10
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  • Anonymous
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • October 3, 2017

"I have pretty severe narcolepsy and cataplexy, this didn't do much of anything for me."

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  • Yac...
  • December 12, 2011

"I agree, fantastic awareness, however, downside: I became obsessive, mood swings, and suicidal feelings. Now I have been offered Ritalin. Hope this works without side effects."

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  • Sea...
  • December 29, 2016

"Mine is covered by Medicare Part D through BC/BS RX Prem for $2.00 for 60 pills. Fair results."

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  • Anonymous
  • August 16, 2009

"Provigil made me lose my appetite at first. I lost about 20 pounds. The energy was great for a few months, but it lost its effectiveness. It only took me four months to reach the maximum dose."

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  • Wat...
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • April 20, 2020

"Provigil was horrible for me, it did not work. I am now on Concerta for over two years and am not planning to move away from it."

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  • Anonymous
  • March 6, 2009

"Works like a miracle, but have nausea."

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  • Anonymous
  • May 27, 2009

"Great medicine. I just wish it wasn't so expensive."

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  • von...
  • June 4, 2009

"Not effective for me. I took the 200 mg once a day for 2 weeks. Did not have any reactions, good or bad. Just no effect at all."

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  • Anonymous
  • February 14, 2011

"I took this medicine for a month, and it didn't work for me at all."

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  • Anonymous
  • May 1, 2008

"Works great. Too expensive."

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