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Is there any difference between modafinil (pro vigil) and modalert, wakalert, or other generic forms? are the generic brands safe and effective?

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Dr. Roy Arnold answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Generics safe: In order to be approved by the US FDA generic manufacturers have to show similar safety and bioavailability to brand name drugs. Generics are safe and cost effective. Thanks for trusting HealthTap!

Answered 2/3/2015

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Dr. Thomas Namey answered

Specializes in Rheumatology

Should work the same: If approved the the FDA!

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 11/27/2017

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