Taking Alertec aka Modafinil aka Provigil?

[danaeris]

STOP TAKING IT if you have any sign of rash.

Stop taking Alertec® and seek medical attention without delay if you have any of the following: skin rash, hives, sores in your mouth, blisters and skin peeling; swelling of your face, eyes, lips, tongue or throat; trouble swallowing or breathing; hoarse voice.
http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/dhp-mps/medeff/advisories-avis/public/2007/alertec_pc-cp_e.html

Basically, there have been a few cases of a certain kind of rash that can be fatal associated with Alertec. There's also some concern about it causing complications in people with mood disorders.

You can read the version of the warning that is intended for doctors here:
http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/dhp-mps/medeff/advisories-avis/prof/2007/alertec_hpc-cps_e.html

It has more detail and talks more about the issues with people with mood disorders.

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I use Dexedrine.