A few weeks ago I tried Adderall for the first time and found its effects amazing and in many ways it felt like it took all of my focus, random thoughts and more and put them into a spot light mixed with this rush of energy that was fun.
Modafinil
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- 1 ROA with full dose ladder
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Typical encyclopedia coverage. Cross-reference for important decisions.
- 2 corroborating sources
- 1 ROA with full dose ladder
- duration data present
- PubChem toxicity data
Aliases: Alertec, Provigil, Modiodal, Modalert, Modvigil
Summary
Modafinil is primarily prescribed for narcolepsy, obstructive sleep apnea, and shift work sleep disorder. Off-label use includes ADHD, depression-related fatigue, and cognitive enhancement. Can cause insomnia, anxiety, headaches, and rarely serious skin reactions (Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis).
Dose Information
| ROA | Light | Common | Strong | Heavy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oral | 50-100mg | 100-200mg | 200-300mg | 300mg+ |
Light
Common
Strong
Heavy
Onset, Duration & After-effects
| ROA | Onset | Comeup | Peak | Offset | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oral | 20-60 min | 30-60 min | 3-5 hrs | 2-4 hrs | 5-10 hrs |
Effect Profile
215 reportsScores (1–10) curated from multiple sources:
- Effect keyword matching from PsychonautWiki catalog
- Validated against 203 Erowid trip reports
- Weighted by importance: core (×3), major (×2), minor (×1)
Stimulant
8.0
Intense
8/10
Strong stimulation, focus, and anxiety/jitters with moderate euphoria
Stimulation / Energy
×3
10
stimulation
wakefulness
Euphoria / Mood Lift
×2
7
motivation enhancement
Focus / Productivity
×2
10
focus enhancement
memory enhancement
motivation enhancement
thought acceleration
Anxiety / Jitters
×1
10
anxiety
increased heart rate
vasoconstriction
sweating
Based on reports from:
Tolerance
Build-up
minimal tolerance development in most users
Reset
not well established; generally low concern
Cross-tolerance
Effects
Aggregated from 203 Erowid and 12 Bluelight experience reports
Positive Effects 30
Stimulation
69.7%
89%
Focus Enhancement
57.7%
88%
Euphoria
37.6%
89%
Contentment
16.7%
85%
Joy
16.7%
80%
Geometric Imagery
16.7%
78%
Physical Energy Burst
16.7%
90%
Empathy
14.8%
70%
Music Enhancement
14.8%
70%
Auditory Effects
13.5%
75%
Tactile Enhancement
10.7%
80%
Color Enhancement
8.4%
80%
Memory Enhancement
8.3%
90%
Timelessness
8.3%
70%
Contact-With-Presence
8.3%
75%
Tactile Intimacy Enhancement
8.3%
75%
Motor Enhancement
8.3%
90%
Size Distortion
8.3%
75%
Alertness
8.3%
95%
Analysis Enhancement
8.3%
80%
Adverse Effects 38
Anxiety
41.4%
70%
Insomnia
33.3%
84%
Restlessness
16.7%
78%
Itching
16.7%
85%
Drowsiness
16.7%
82%
Thought Disorganization
16.7%
78%
Involuntary Movements
16.7%
80%
Time Dilation
16.7%
88%
Frequent Urination
16.7%
85%
Body Load
16.7%
78%
Headache
15.9%
75%
Increased Heart Rate
13.8%
70%
Confusion
13.5%
90%
Nausea
11.1%
85%
Visual Distortions
9.3%
70%
Jaw Clenching
8.4%
83%
Jitteriness
8.3%
85%
Heart Palpitations
8.3%
85%
Aggression
8.3%
85%
Emotional Blunting
8.3%
85%
Community Trip Reports
Anecdotal first-person accounts from Reddit, Erowid, and Bluelight. Click a source to expand. Reports are harm-reduction context, not medical guidance.
Erowid 8 reports 2 positive 4 neutral 2 cautionary visit
A woman I know whom I obtained the pill from has MS, and the Provigil is perscribed so that she may have the energy to do more. I have taken roughly 100mg each time and have found it to be quite enjoyable.
Nov. 12, 2004 -- This fall I hit rock bottom. I woke up after four hours each night, my unconscious roiling with thoughts of a new job, my first mortgage, family drama and what, really, there is to eat for breakfast that's tasty and not bacon.
I started taking modafinil in response to increased pressure from school and my unfortunate habit of chronic procrastination. I ordered doses of 100mg from an online place, and got an Indian version('modalert') shipped to me internationally from somewhere. The doses arrive in 10x blister packs made out of thick foil.
FIRST EXPERIENCE About a year ago I stumbled across Modfinil on the internet and thought it sounded too good to be true. After hearing all the wonder stories I wanted to try it for myself, so I started doing my research. I found lots more positive experiences and only a few negative ones.
All I can say is, what a substance!... There are many mixed reports on Modafinil and I feel that my experience is definitely worth sharing. About 6 months ago I found myself in search of university study aid.
SETTING: In college in a difficult scientific major. In my last year or two of school. Have a good home life. Have a history of stimulant abuse and addiction. Want some kind of stimulating chemical that will reduce tiredness, make me feel pretty good, help with school, not interfere with my sleep too much, and not be ...
Experience From Almost Straight Edge 50 mg yesterday 10am 100 mg today 10am Bit of background: I have joint hypermobility syndrome, resulting in various chronic pains and apparently chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia.
Bluelight 6 threads 5 neutral 1 cautionary visit
Hey guys Right as my username would suggest Mdma is my drug of choice when it comes o recreational use ( as in literally a gram of the stuff could last me 2 years ) Anyway, as per post title...
So, I got me some Modafinil My brand name is ModAlert, made by the reputable Sun Phama in India...USA trade name for reference purposes is Provigil. I find it is generally like such, regardless of dosage 0000- eat it. 0015 Begin to notice feeling of itchiness.
Modafinil 400mg New to this drug/beginner. Not the sharpest knife in the draw thought I'd try this drug out. Dosage: 200mg and 200mg. Time 0900hrs took first 200mg. 0920 felt a little strange like there was a rush of energy but nothing really noticeable. Cleaned the house as if I was on speed.
Hey guys so I am not complaining at all about this but currently I have just tried the generic form of provigel known as modalert. I guess it is made by a company based in India. Just to give you a little bit of background on myself I am a 24 year old healthy male 6'0 160 lbs.
Modafinil is a synthetic version of amphetamine. Used for air force pilots and other military and various Jobs that require you to be awake for days on end.... Very expensive especially with no insurance (950$ for 80 200mg pills) I had 10 200mg pills.
** DO NOT TAKE 2000mg MODAFINIL (OR ANY OTHER HIGH DOSAGE OF ANY DRUG) JUST BECAUSE I DID AND I WAS FINE. EVERYONE IS DIFFERENT. START SMALL AND BE SAFE! ** **NOTE: The Adderall mentioned in this post is prescribed to me and taken legally. The modafinil mentioned in this post is NOT prescribed; I ordered it online.
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