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After four years on Provigil, my doctor changed me to Nuvigil because the copyright expired and the maker had to move to a new name by changing an isotope. Nuvigil caused my blood pressure to increase to the point there was a pulsating feeling in my head and a definite lack of concentration -- making a shopping trip difficult, for example. Any other folks with this problem? ## Actually, the difference in the medications has nothing to do with changing the isotope for the patent. It is a different isotope/medication, because the new one that was discovered is a longer lasting one, which of course, had to be approved by the FDA and licensed as a new medication, because it is different. They company still holds the patent for the name brad Provigil and also has the one for the newer medica...

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How long will Nuvigil stay in your system. When will it NOT register a positive in a urine screen. Have to pass a blood and urine screen, took my last dose 2 days ago. ## how long does nuvigil stay in your system. My husband has to pass a Lab Drug test.

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Hello, I am on my second day of nuvigil. I am wondering what I should expect from this med. I have extremely bad day time sleepiness. I recently did a sleep study that showed that I slept for a full 8hrs. I feel as if I never get enough sleep. I could take a 3 hr nap and sleep 10hrs at night if aloud to and still be fatigued the next day. Driving for longer than 30-45min is nearly impossible. I cant stay awake for movies and the list goes on. The sleep doctor I met with wants me to give this a try. I was prescribed 250mg. I was told to only take half at first to be sure it doesn't trigger my migraines (I get them on a reg. basis and don't need extra help getting them). Yesterday was my first day I took half nothing happened. I was just as tired as any other day. Today I took hal...

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what is the difference between the 2 medicines besides the doaseage and the Nuvigil is cheaper ## Provigil contains the active ingredient Modafanil and Nuvigil contains the active ingredient Armodafanil. They are in the same drug class and treat the same things. The only difference is the needed dosage of each and the fact that sometimes one medication works better than another for different people. For instance, I have a severe problem using Metoprolol to treat my high blood pressure, I get a ton of bad side effects from it, however, I have no problems at all using Carvedilol, even though they are in the same medication class and do the same thing. It's just how it works. Which one has your doctor recommended?

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## I just atarted taking provigle today and I am Very pleased it I am able to concentrate and have more enegry. Please e-mail me back I have some interesting facts about it. ## I started taking provigle a year ago...wow what a difference it has made in the quality of my life. My neurologist has tried to appeal with my insurance company however they will not cover it due to the fact I do not have specifically have narcolepsy. I ran out of samples a month ago and now my fatigue is back in full force:( I still have hope that my insurance will some how agree to cover this miracle working drug! ## can anyone tell me what diagnosis that blue cross will accept to cover provigle?

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white oval tablet with a block containing the letter c on one side and the number 225 on the other side ## This is another one that I have been searching for off an on for several days, since I first saw this post, but I cannot find it listed anywhere. Are you certain of the marking? Did you find it in the U.S. or elsewhere? ## The white pill with imprint C 225 is reportedly Nuvigil. This medication is being evaluated as a treatment for serious medical conditions such as bipolar depression, cognition abnormalities associated with schizophrenia, and excessive sleepiness, and fatigue in conditions such as Parkinson's disease, cancer, and narcolepsy. More details are available at: Do you have any other questions or information to add? Please post back if you do...

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oval shaped,white markings C on one side,215 on other side ## This is a 150mg Nuvigil tablet, it contains the active ingredient Armodafinil, a stimulant like medication. It is used to improve wakefulness. Read more here: Do you have any questions?

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Nuvugil is a very expensive form of Provigil, which is a medicatiom used for those with narcolepsy, those who work rotating shifts and those who need help staying alert during the day. Nuvigil has to be approved by your medical insurance company and the original price is about $386.82 for 30 pills. With insurance, the prescription is $89. Nuvigil is expensive but it does keep me awake. ## Nuvigil contains the active ingredient Armondafanil, it is a stimulant medication used to treat narcolepsy. It has NOT, yet, been approved for the other uses you mentioned. The reason it is so expensive is because it is very new to the market. It was only approved by the FDA in 2007, so there are no generics available at this time. The price with medical insurance or without it, will vary according to ...

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it is small oval on one side it says 200/mg and the other side it says provigil ## Located a match it's Provigil (active ingredient modafinil) 200 mg, which is for the treatment of narcolepsy, shift work sleep disorder, and excessive daytime sleepiness associated with obstructive sleep apnea. To learn more click on the link below... Do you have any more questions or information to add? Please post back if you do.

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I have a pink pill, one side scored with 1111 and the other side looks like a funky E. What is this medication ? ## Found a match it's Bupropion 200 mg, which is an atypical antidepressant that acts as a norepinephrine and dopamine reuptake inhibitor, and nicotinic antagonist. To learn more click on the link below... Do you have any more questions or informaiton to add? Please post back if you do.

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a cross on other side ## Modafinil is white, round and has 100 on it. Modafinil is for the treatment of narcolepsy, shift work sleep disorder, and excessive daytime sleepiness associated with obstructive sleep apnea. To learn more click on the link below... Do you have any more questions or information to add? Please post back if you do.

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I have suffered with CFS and fibromyalgia for 11 yrs. Neurologist just prescribed Provigil yesterday in an attrempt to alleviate extreme tiredness and, brain fog so that I can carry out work day in my job. Any feedback from someone using it for this purpose as to effectiveness? ## I too suffered from cronic fatigue and severe brain fog. My doctor put me on Provigil. Sorry to say it didnt help me. The only thing that brought me out of the severe tiredness and brag fog was a prescription for immiprimine. It really helped. ## My dr presribed provigil, because of depression and ocd, but I also have cfs and fibromyalgia, I have found that it works - i am on 200 mg and for the past month and a half have been able to function - something I didnt do for a very long time before. Good Luck ! ## I...

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Has anyone had any side effects by taking provigil that are disturbing and do you have to take daily or can you take it occassionally as needed. ## Please take this as directed by your doctor. If you do not take it regularly, then you will experience side effects whenever you take it, because your body will not adjust to the drug. Some of the most common side effects include: nausea, headache, nervousness and insomnia. ## I only tried Provigil once (a full vial) due to the cost at the time. I had really bad headaches in the beginning. As the other responder suggested, they got better as my body adjusted. I didn't stay on it after I finished that bottle (again, due to cost and better alternatives for my condition).

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I recently read an article about a trial on the use of this drug in a pediatric form on children with ADHD. I am interested in hearing more information on this to treat my child who has adhd. It is said to not be a methamphedimine like adderall, Ritalin, or concerta; which my child has taken and which i am not pleased with the reactions and side effects of which he has suffered. Any information would be appreciated. ## I have adult ADD (non-hyperactive). I used cylert (pemoline). I tried this drug once when they were canceling cylert for a possible alternative. At the time, it was not generic, so very expensive. Pros: not as addictive-forming as Ritalin. Cons: the price (depending on whether its now generic and/or your insurance). Also, I didn't think it helped much. It makes you ha...

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Speaking with someone using this medication for MS maybe helpful. ## I have MS and have been taking Cylert for the past ten years, which has been effective in treating the symptoms related to cognitive damage caused from lesions in brain. Now Cylert is being pulled off the market, my neurologist wants me to try Provigil. Does anyone else with MS & cognitive issues (concentration/distorted perceptions/focus/etc.) have any info regarding this drug and if so, have they found it to be helpful? I understand MS related issues are difficult to discuss as everyone has different symptoms as a result of their MS. So if anyone is out there who is currently taking this drug to treat cognitive brain damage due to MS I would sincerely appreciate their thoughts/experiences. Thank you. ## I began u...

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severe bipolar disorder, one of 7 meds. to take, seems to be helping my energy level from deppreeion. keeping fingers crossed that it can help bring me around, as for years my pharmacutical coctail has been juggled for over 10 yrs. ## In my opinion, as a provigil patient with depression, I have found that it is a wonderful drug. Have f aith in it. I will work for you, I feel like a kid again, Good luck to you

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White Oval Shape ## Is this provigle ## No, this is not Provigil, this is Lipitor 40mgs. Pill Image Lipitor is Atorvastatin which affects the bodies ability to make cholesterol, so it can help, along with diet and exercise, to lower the bodies cholesterol levels.

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WHAT IS THIS FOR? ## Provigil is used to improve wakefulness in people who have: · excessive daytime sleepiness associated with narcolepsy. · stopped breathing while sleeping or have difficulty breathing while sleeping (obstructive sleep apnea/hypopnea syndrome) · shift work sleep disorder

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