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You are wrong. Modafinil's only indication is narcolepsy.

Modafinil (Provigil) is indicated for use treating narcolepsy, which was it's initial indication. Recently, the FDA has approved it for treatment of symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea (which I take it for), and shift work sleep disorder.

http://www.docguide.com/news/content.nsf/news/8525697700573E...

I have been prescribed Modafinil for Adult ADD.

That's an off-label usage. Not saying that it's illegal or bad in any sense, just that the drug wasn't approved for such usage.

Also, I was on medication for about 2 months. Then I threw away the prescription -- it left me soulless. How is it treating you?

I was taking a huge dose and it had no real effect. In the end, I had to switch to another med.

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