Modafinil
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Narcolepsy, Sleep Disorders, Circadian Rhythm + 4 more
Treatment
5 FDA approvals
20 Active Studies for Modafinil
Treatment for
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
What is Modafinil
Modafinil
The Generic name of this drug
Treatment Summary
Armodafinil is a prescription drug used to increase alertness in adults with excessive sleepiness caused by obstructive sleep apnea, narcolepsy, or shift work disorder. Studies have shown that armodafinil can improve driving performance in people with shift work disorder. Armodafinil is the single-enantiomer form of modafinil, and is manufactured by Cephalon Inc., a subsidiary of Teva Pharmaceutical Industries. It was approved for use in the United States by the FDA in June 2007.
Provigil
is the brand name
Modafinil Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Provigil
Modafinil
1998
99
Approved as Treatment by the FDA
Modafinil, also known as Provigil, is approved by the FDA for 5 uses like Sleep Disorders, Circadian Rhythm and Shift-work related sleep disturbance .
Sleep Disorders, Circadian Rhythm
Shift-work related sleep disturbance
Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)
Narcolepsy
Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Effectiveness
How Modafinil works in the body
We do not know exactly how Nuvigil works, but it is believed to be a stimulant that causes long-lasting mental arousal. It does not directly affect dopamine receptors, but it does bind to the dopamine transporter, preventing the reuptake of dopamine.
When to interrupt dosage
The prescribed amount of Modafinil is contingent upon the diagnosed disorder, including Narcolepsy, Shift-work related sleep disturbance and Somnolence. The measure of dosage also alters, as per the technique of delivery featured in the table beneath.
Condition
Dosage
Administration
Obstructive Sleep Apnea
, 100.0 mg, 200.0 mg
, Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
, 100.0 mg, 200.0 mg
, Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral
Multiple Sclerosis
, 100.0 mg, 200.0 mg
, Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral
Sleep Disorders, Circadian Rhythm
, 100.0 mg, 200.0 mg
, Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral
Narcolepsy
, 100.0 mg, 200.0 mg
, Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral
Depression
, 100.0 mg, 200.0 mg
, Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
, 100.0 mg, 200.0 mg
, Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral
Warnings
There are 20 known major drug interactions with Modafinil.
Common Modafinil Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
Cabozantinib
Major
The metabolism of Cabozantinib can be decreased when combined with Modafinil.
Capecitabine
Major
The metabolism of Capecitabine can be decreased when combined with Modafinil.
Capmatinib
Major
The serum concentration of Capmatinib can be decreased when it is combined with Modafinil.
Cariprazine
Major
The metabolism of Cariprazine can be increased when combined with Modafinil.
Daridorexant
Major
The metabolism of Daridorexant can be increased when combined with Modafinil.
Modafinil Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Modafinil?
13 clinical trials are currently examining the potential of Modafinil in alleviating Shift-work related sleep disruption, Somnolence and Narcolepsy.
Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Multiple Sclerosis
127 Actively Recruiting
Phase 3, Not Applicable, Phase 4, Phase 2, Phase 1, Early Phase 1
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
63 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 3, Phase 4, Phase 1, Phase 2
Depression
213 Actively Recruiting
Phase 3, Phase 2, Not Applicable, Phase 4, Phase 1, Early Phase 1
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
43 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 2, Phase 3, Phase 1, Phase 4
Obstructive Sleep Apnea
72 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 3, Phase 2, Phase 4, Phase 1, Early Phase 1
Narcolepsy
2 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 1
Sleep Disorders, Circadian Rhythm
4 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 3, Phase 1
Modafinil Reviews: What are patients saying about Modafinil?
5
Patient Review
8/12/2016
Modafinil for Sleepiness Due To Obstructive Sleep Apnea
5
Patient Review
9/20/2017
Modafinil for Sleepiness Due To Obstructive Sleep Apnea
5
Patient Review
6/14/2020
Modafinil for Recurring Sleep Episodes During the Day
5
Patient Review
2/27/2022
Modafinil for Sleepiness Due To Obstructive Sleep Apnea
5
Patient Review
12/2/2021
Modafinil for Sleepiness Due To Obstructive Sleep Apnea
4.7
Patient Review
3/27/2019
Modafinil for Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity
4
Patient Review
1/21/2019
Modafinil for Sleepiness Due To Obstructive Sleep Apnea
3.3
Patient Review
7/19/2017
Modafinil for Sleepiness Due To Shift Work Sleep Disorder
1
Patient Review
7/6/2021
Modafinil for Sleepiness Due To Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Patient Q&A Section about modafinil
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.
Is modafinil a narcotic?
"Modafinil is a drug that has been classified by the United States FDA as a schedule IV controlled substance. This means that it has been determined to have valid medical uses and low addiction potential. The International Narcotics Control Board does not consider modafinil to be a narcotic or a psychotropic substance."
Answered by AI
What happens when you take modafinil?
"It is also used to help you stay awake during work hours if you have a work schedule that keeps you from having a normal sleep routine (shift work sleep disorder).
Modafinil helps people with narcolepsy and other sleep disorders by reducing extreme sleepiness. It can also help people with irregular work schedules stay awake during work hours."
Answered by AI
What is modafinil used for?
"Modafinil is a psychoactive drug used to maintain wakefulness, especially during periods of sleep deprivation. It is considered a eugeroic medication, which is a medication that counteract sleepiness and promotes wakefulness. Modafinil is used to help narcolepsy, obstructive sleep apnea/hypopnea syndrome (OSAHS), and shift work sleep disorder (SWSD) patients stay awake during the day. The effects of Modafinil are typically short-lived and stop working once the drug is no longer consumed."
Answered by AI
How does modafinil make you feel?
"The author is saying that modafinil makes him feel like he is able to focus and put all his effort into what he is doing. However, the author feels that modafinil is not the best option because it made him feel less than his best."
Answered by AI