Provigil was first approved by the FDA in 1998 to treat common sleep disorders such as Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Narcolepsy. Since then, Provigil has been linked to serious adverse side effects. If you or a loved one has been injured by Provigil use, contact the Provigil attorneys at the Edwards Law Firm as soon as possible to explore your legal options.
Provigil Use
Provigil was originally prescribed to treat sleeping disorders such as Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Narcolepsy. Prior to Provigil, there was not a medication on the market to help with these kinds of disorders. Provigil’s main purpose was to provide consumers with a boost of energy and awareness and to prevent sudden sleeping spells.
In addition to treating sleeping disorders, Provigil also proved helpful as a performance enhancer for professions that required heightened awareness, such as military pilots. Provigil was also used to treat age-associated decline, Attention Deficit Disorder and fatigue from high-stress jobs.
Provigil Side Effects
While Provigil-use seemed promising at first, adverse side effects quickly began to show. Some of Provigil’s side effects include:
- Depression
- Suicidal Thoughts
- Hallucinations
- Anxiety and mania
- Fever, sore throat and vomiting
- Bruising, numbness, pain and muscle weakness
- White patches or sores on the inside of mouth or on lips
- Chest pains and uneven heart beats
Provigil has also been linked to a sometimes life-threatening skin disease known as Stevens - Johnson syndrome (SJS) or Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis. SJS is characterized by the detachment of the top layer of skin from the body. This often leads to both damaging and fatal infections. If you or a loved one experienced a red skin rash while taking Provigil, it is important that you contact a doctor immediately, followed by contacting an experienced Provigil lawyer to see if you have a claim.
Provigil Lawsuit
If you or a loved on has been harmed by the use of Provigil, it is important that you take action. You could be entitled to pursue compensation for damages such as medical expenses, lost wages and pain and suffering. The Provigil attorneys at the Edwards Law Firm have the experience and the resources necessary to litigate your claim. Contact our Provigil lawyers today for a free, no-obligation case evaluation to see if you may have a claim.
