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Modafinil is an allopathic medicine Secondary and off-label uses of Modafinil have also been mentioned below. The correct dosage of Modafinil depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Modafinil is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Modafinil safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Modafinil. It is best to stop taking Modafinil immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Modafinil safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Modafinil may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Modafinil should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Modafinil on the Kidneys?
Modafinil has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Modafinil on the Liver?
Side effects of Modafinil rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Modafinil on the Heart?
Modafinil may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Modafinil should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Modafinil unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Modafinil habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Modafinil is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Modafinil can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Modafinil only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Modafinil for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Modafinil
Taking Modafinil with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Modafinil
Consumption of alcohol and Modafinil together may have severe effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 872
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 487-488
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Provigil® (modafinil)
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Modafin (modafinil)