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    💭 Psychiatric / Mental HealthTablet

    Provigil

    Modafinil

    Wakefulness-promoting agent for excessive sleepiness.

    Form

    Tablet

    Uses

    3

    Side effects

    5

    Category

    Psychiatric

    01

    What is Provigil used for?

    • Narcolepsy
    • Shift work sleep disorder
    • Obstructive sleep apnea (adjunct)
    02

    Modafinil side effects

    Common side effects of Modafinil include:

    Headache
    Nausea
    Nervousness
    Insomnia
    Dizziness
    CommonModerateLess common
    03

    Modafinil warnings & precautions

    • May reduce effectiveness of hormonal contraception
    • Stevens-Johnson syndrome (rare)

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    04

    Frequently asked questions

    05

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    Disclaimer: This information is sourced from the FDA openFDA database and is provided for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your physician or pharmacist before starting or changing medication.