What is Modafinil?

What is the approved indication of Modafinil?

What is the other indication of Modafinil?

What category does Modafinil belong to?

Psychostimulant

How does Modafinil work?

Modafinil inhibits noradrenaline (NA) and Dopamine (DA) uptake and also alters the junctional concentration of glutamate and GABA. The exact mechanism of action is unknown.

What is the pharmacokinetics of Modafinil?

Whether the drug will cause dependence?

Dependence on this drug is possible on long-term use.

Can Modafinil be used in pregnancy/ Breast feeding?

Modafinil should be avoided in pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Mention the cautions of modafinil?

What are the adverse drug reactions of modafinil?

Less commonly:

Rarely:

Mention the contra-indications of Modafinil?

Mention the drug interactions of modafinil?

Mention the dose of Modafinil?

· \xa0\xa0\xa0\xa0Day time sleepiness due to narcolepsy/Sleep apnoea syndrome: 100-200 mg morning and afternoon.

· \xa0Night shift work: 200 mg → 1 hour before starting night shift.