Experiences with

Provigil

Well, I have been on the medication long enough to make an assessment. It has definitely made a big difference on my energy level. I take it with my other morning meds and it wears off by the time I am wrapping up my day. I’m happy to report that it has not affected my sleep pattern at all, but my energy

Also, I am trying to get Provigil approved through my insurance. (Medicare) Has anyone else been approved for it by Medicare? Thanks in advance for your help. Love to all, Kelly

Also took the following meds and supplements - 1 mg Artane, 100mg Provigil, 600mg NAC, fish oil, vitamin d + k2, potassium 99mg, 10mg lithium orotate. took a walk for about a mile. drank about 75 oz water with salt added throughout the day.

My physical therapist, who works with a lot of people with MS, suggested Ampyra for motor fatigue and Provigil for the feeing of fatigue. Has anyone been on these meds, one or both? Have they helped with being more active?

Modafinil (Provigil)

Modafinil has other names like provigil and modalert. Modalert is what I have used. My story ... I am generally healthy. 18 months into underactive autoimmune thyroid, also gluten intolerant. About 9 years ago, I was tired at times and hugely busy with work.

My oncologist usefully had me try modafinil (Provigil) but after initial lovely response, within a week or so's trial, its effect was modest at best. And my research has since revealed that it reduces (by an unknown degree) the efficacy of the exemestane!

Without hesitation, he offered to have me try Provigil. I had never heard of it, but he told me its safe to try.

Additionally, several small trials have found an increase in energy with the use of stimulants such as methylphenidate (Ritalin), dexmethylphenidate (Focalin) and modafinil (Provigil).

I am hoping to hear from people who have taken modafanil (Provigil) or armodafanil (Artvigil) for profound daytime sleepiness and fatigue associated with RLS.

What about some kind of stimulant (for instance, Provigil), to at least keep him awake during the day and get him to be more energetic? 4. I really want my father to start taking anti-depressants, but the problem is that he won't admit he is depressed.

Has anyone here been prescribed provigil for overwhelming fatigue? New here- from Bethesda, mom had PBC; family of autoimmune diseases, dx at 62 with stage 2. Responding to Urso. Thanks.

Greetings to All! I'm wondering how many of us diagnosed with MS were put on the above medication. If you are on it or have been on it, what is your opinion of it's effects?

I AM FORCED TO A COMMUNITY RESOURCE LPN WHO WILL NOT PRESCRIBE VYVANSE AND PROVIGIL. I TAKE BOTH. EVEN THOUGH I AM HUMILIATED BY DRUG TESTS EVERY MONTH! MY QUALITY OF LIFE IS DETERIORATING. SHOULD HAVE BEEN DIAGNOSED AS KID BUT ONE OF 11 CHILDREN. LITTLE MEDICAL CARE.

I've tried Vyvanse, Ritalin, Focalin, Adderall , Provigil, anti depressants, and combos. None have provided substantial benefits. Anyone? About to start Effexor.

I have tried almost all the antidepressants, recently my doc added stimulants (provigil), but it made me too low during evenings. I also feel sleepy all day, have no energy, backaches, and i procrastinate work. This adds up to my frustration and depression.

Has anyone taken Modafinil or Provigil for fatigue? And if so did it help or is there any side effects? Thanks for the info. Karen

I’m taking Provigil for the fatigue. I’m taking it off label. It’s helping some but not as much as I would like. I don’t think I’ve been on HDT long enough to help the fatigue. I use a walker. I think my walking has improved also. The brain fog has definitely cleared some.

My sleep doctor is a neurologist and to get a refill on my provigil I had to come in for an exam and my eyes weren't tracking right so I was sent for an MRI.

My Neuro also is going to start me on Provigil, my insurance does not want to approve it thus far. My doctor said he would deal with them so i'm awaiting approval at this time. Hopefully it will help with my lack of energy.