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Chemically different stimulant for ADHD |
adhd - Drugs for ADHD
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| attenance/Provigil (modafinil) Side Effects: |
attenance / Provigil (modifinil) is a different type of stimulant-like drug manufactured by Cephalon. It is chemically unrelated to the other stimulants used for ADHD. Although Attenace is a stimulant medication, it is not classified as a controlled substance.. This means that your doctor can phone-in refills.
It doesn't help with boredom or low motivation. Though there are studies showing benefit for ADHD, it is not as great as adderall XR or methylphenidate. It is expensive and insurance companies may not to cover it.
attenance/Provigil (modafinil) Side Effects:
Headache, blurred vision, dry mouth, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, constipation or diarrhea, sleep disturbances/insomnia, loss of appetite, weight loss, stuffy nose, back pain, confusion, anxiety and agitation, nervousness, aggression, hostility, unstable moods, depression, decreased sex drive, "pins and needles" feeling, rash or itching, dizziness, widening of blood vessels, weakness or loss of strength, high/increased blood pressure, alteration in results of liver function tests, chest pain, increased heart rate, drug dependence, allergic reaction.
Attenance may be habit forming and has the potential for abuse and dependence.
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