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Took sleep test, diagnosed w/ idiopathic hypersomnia. take adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) & nuvigil. any suggestions for how to improve wakefulness w/o more meds?

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Great question!: You may consider using vitamin B12, sublingually (under the tongue) Nuvigil is a stinulant used for excessive sleepiness. What is the cause of your sleepiness? Adressing the underlying problem is usually the best option. Good luck!

Answered 2/20/2015

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