Modafinil Pharmacology

Modafinil

About Modafinil
A nonamphetamine CNS Stimulant, Sulfoxide derivative, An analeptic, a wakefulness-promoting agent.
Mechanism of Action of Modafinil
Modafinil is used to treat narcolepsy. It is used as a wakefulness promoting agent. The drug is used for Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Modafinil is used for improving wakefulness in patients with excessive sleepiness. They promote wakefulness by stimulating the brain.
Pharmacokinets of Modafinil
Absorption: It is absorbed after oral administration.
Metabolism: It undergoes metabolism in the liver.
Excretion: Inactive metabolites are excreted mainly in urine.
Onset of Action for Modafinil
N/A
Duration of Action for Modafinil
N/A
Half Life of Modafinil
12 - 15 hours
Side Effects of Modafinil
1.Headache
2.Dizziness
3.Insomnia
4.Drowsiness
5.Nausea
6.Diarrhoea
7.Constipation
8.Heartburn
9.Anorexia
10.Taste disturbances
11.Dry mouth
12.Excessive thirst
13.Flushing
14.Sweating
15.Tight muscles
16.Back pain
17.Confusion
18.Agitation
19.Restlessness
20.Hallucinations
21.Nervousness
22.Chest pain
Contra-indications of Modafinil
Hypersensitivity to Modafinil
Special Precautions while taking Modafinil
1.Hepatic impairment
2.Renal impairment
3.Angioedema
4.Myocardial infarction
5.Unstable angina
6.Psychosis
7.Depression
8.Mania
Pregnancy Related Information
Contraindicated
Old Age Related Information
Use with caution
Breast Feeding Related Information
Contraindicated
Children Related Information
Contraindicated
Indications for Modafinil
1. Narcolepsy
2. Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Interactions for Modafinil
N/A
Typical Dosage for Modafinil
Adult: 200 or 400 mg / day
Schedule of Modafinil
N/A
Storage Requirements for Modafinil
It should be stored at room temperature, 15-30?C. Keep away from excess heat and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.
Effects of Missed Dosage of Modafinil
Take the missed dose as soon as noticed and if it is the time for next dose then skip the missed dose. Continue the regular schedule.
Effects of Overdose of Modafinil
Give supportive measures and symptomatic treatment.

Home Delivery for Modafinil in Your City

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However, we do publish a comprehensive directory of Pharmacies, Chemists and Druggists in cities all over India. You can use this directory to find the medicine stores in your city (or area) that provide home delivery services for modafinil and other medicines and health products. Home delivery services for modafinil may be free or they may cost you depending on the pharmacy and the minimum order requirements. It would be best to get this clarified while placing the order.

Please be aware that you should take modafinil only if a doctor has recommended or prescribed it. Some or all pharmacies who provide a home delivery service for medicines might insist on a prescription for modafinil before they complete the sale. You can get this information while placing the order for modafinil with the pharmacy.

Modafinil is a generic medicine name and there are several brands available for it. Some of the brands for modafinil might be better known than modafinil itself. If the pharmacy that's willing to deliver medicines to your home doesn't have modafinil in stock, you can ask for one of the branded alternatives for modafinil.