Posted by Racer on June 5, 2005, at 21:57:25
In reply to Provigil compared to stimulants? Thoughts pls, posted by Maxime on June 5, 2005, at 15:16:43
I've taken Provigil for most of the past year and a half, and I like it. Doesn't seem to have any really bothersome side effects for me -- although it is linked to headaches when you first start taking it, I found the headaches to be more like pressure than pain, and they did go away after a month or so -- and it brightens my mood. It doesn't seem to disrupt my sleep -- in fact, I seem to sleep better on it than off it. Go figure.
I do have some trouble with it wearing off midway through the afternoon, but that just leaves me fatigued, not depressed. When I've run out for a few days, I haven't noticed any problems -- beyond fatigue. I'd say it's definitely worth a try for you, since the worst that is likely to happen is that it won't be friendly for you.
I've heard reports that some people get kinda cranky on it, but that hasn't happened to me. I'd say it's still worth a try...
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