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Modafinil
| Modafinil | |
|---|---|
 Modafinil's 3D molecular structure. | |
| Dosage (oral) | |
| Threshold | 0.5 - 1mg |
| Light | 1 - 1.5mg |
| Common | 1.5 - 2.5mg |
| Strong | 2.5 - 5mg |
| Heavy | 5+mg |
| Dosage (insufflated) | |
| Threshold | 0mg |
| Light | 0 - 0mg |
| Common | 0 - 0mg |
| Strong | 0 - 0mg |
| Heavy | 0 - 0mg |
| Duration (oral) | |
| Onset | 20 - 60 minutes |
| Come up | 20 - 90 minutes |
| Peak | 5 - 10 hours |
| Come down | 1 - 3 hours |
| After effects | 2 - 8 hours |
| Duration (insufflated) | |
| Onset | 0 - 0 minutes |
| Come up | 0 - 0 minutes |
| Peak | 0 - 0 hours |
| Come down | 0 - 0 hours |
| After effects | 0 - 0 hours |
Modafinil (Provigil, Alertec, Modavigil) is a wakefulness promoting agent (eugeroic) used to enhance cognition, reduce fatigue, and increase alertness. It is approved by the United States' Food and Drug Administration for treatment of obstructive sleep apnea, shift work sleep disorder, and narcolepsy. [1]
Chemistry
Pharmacology
Subjective effects
Physical Effects
- Physical effects: Stimulation
- Dehydration
- Physical effects: Appetite suppression
- Physical effects: Headaches
- Physical effects: Photophobia
Cognitive Effects
- Increased Focus
- Cognitive effects: Enhancement of memory
- Cognitive effects: Increased motivation
Toxicity and Harm Potential
Lethal Dosage
Tolerance and Addiction Potential
Legal Issues
- In the United States, Modafinil is a Schedule IV controlled substance. It is illegal to buy, sell, or possess the drug without a prescription or DEA license. [2]
- Modafinil is listed as a Schedule F prescription drug in Canada, meaning it can be prescribed for human and veterinary use. [3]
See Also
References
- ↑ Provigal (Manufacturer's Website) | http://www.provigil.com/
- ↑ Placement of Modafinil Into Schedule IV - U.S. Department of Justice | http://www.deadiversion.usdoj.gov/fed_regs/rules/1999/fr0127.htm
- ↑ National Association of Pharmacy Regulatory Authorities - Regulations Amending the Food and Drug Regulations (1184 — Modafinil) | http://napra.ca/Content_Files/Files/FDR-Project1184-Modafinil-Oct122006.pdf