Posted by Molybdenum on June 24, 2008, at 7:22:24
In reply to Re: Modafinil » Molybdenum, posted by tensor on June 24, 2008, at 6:26:29
> Hi,
>
> yeah, I will stick to that strategy, not taking it on weekends. Do you, or anyone else have a little difficulty breathing while on modafinil, like a tightness around the chest? I can't see it listed as a side effect. It troubles me a bit.
>
> Kind regards,
> MattiasNo, I can't say I have ever felt that from modafinil. Methylphenidate - absolutely..! Man I hate that drug. Wish I could sell all the boxes I have of it (from before I got on to the cheap modafinil). Yet strangely if I were to sell it, I would be Babbleing from the inside of the local prison for sure..! ;)
From the modafinil data sheets:
1. Most side-effects subside after a few weeks without reducing the dose.
2. The following are RARE side effects (modafinil vs placebo):
* Chest pain (3% vs 1%)
* Tachycardia (2% vs 1%)So your feelings of tightness in the chest could be mild "chest pain" as per above. Then again, tightness in the chest is also a symptom of anxiety. I would suggest either lowering the dose of modafinil, or splitting it between morning & midday to see if that stops the feeling. Lastly, you could try .5mg Xanax with it. If it's anxiety related, the Xanax should clarify that for you.
I have a few good PDFs I've collected over the years. Msg me with an e-mail address & I'll send them to you.
Take Care :)
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