Sleepiness

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Sleepiness

Asked for Male, 21 Years

My doctor has prescribed me modafinil for excessive sleep but it causes me very nauseous. I have also given with gastro resistant capsule but it also doesnt work. Is there any better alternative of modafinil and armodafinil.

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Dr. Anush Rangarajan S Neurologist 7 yrs exp Bangalore · Accepted Answer

Dr. Anush Rangarajan S

Neurologist 7 yrs exp Bangalore

There are many causes of increased sleepiness. We have to evaluate for the cause. Modafinil is a symptomatic treatment

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Consult a neurologist

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