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Lisa Emrich

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posted 03/16/2009, comments (17)

Taking Provigil for MS-Related Fatigue

In How to Manage MS-Related Fatigue, pharmacological and non-pharmacological strategies to combat fatigue were discussed. MS fatigue is not the same as simply being tired, or muscles which are fatigued after a good work-out, or the desire to sleep in on a Saturday morning. MS fatigue can be debilitating and interfere with daily... Read more Chevron

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posted 03/11/2009, comments (10)

How to Manage MS-Related Fatigue

FATIGUE is the most common MS symptom—experienced by 75 to 95% of people with the disease. Approximately 50 to 60% of people with MS describe fatigue as one of their most troubling symptoms, regardless of their disease course or level of disability. The Social Security Administration recognizes fatigue as a significant cause of unemployment... Read more Chevron

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posted 03/25/2008, comments (9)

Provigil and Other Off-Label Medications Used To Treat MS

I was asked to comment on Modafinil (Provigil®). It was originally approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 1998 for the treatment of excessive daytime sleepiness associated with narcolepsy, and since then has gained FDA-approval for the treatment of excessive sleepiness associated with Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Hypoventilation... Read more Chevron

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posted 12/23/2007, comment (1)

MS Care Insights for the New Year

During my Weight Watchers meeting this past week, my leader had some good advice for 2008 that I thought was applicable to MS care: 1. Prepare yourself- For example, I like to have the prescription, Provigil, on hand to help with fatigue. I only take it when I really need it, but just feel more secure that I am prepared "just in... Read more Chevron

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