Lybrate Logo
Get the App
For Doctors
Login/Sign-up
tab_logos
About
tab_logos
Feed
Overview

Modafil 100Mg Tablet

Manufacturer :  Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Modafinil
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor required

About Modafil 100Mg Tablet

Modafil 100Mg Tablet is a medicine which is utilized for reducing extreme sleepiness in patients with sleep disorders like narcolepsy. Problematic sleeping complications such as obstructive sleep apnea where the breathing process is seized for a while during sleep is also treated by this drug. It can be generally used for people who feel sleepy during unusual hours due to unpredictable lifestyle. It is also known for its cognitive enhancing abilities. Though it should not be used to keep a person forcefully awake who does not have any sleep disorder. It possibly acts like a dopamine reuptake inhibitor.

This drug is orally administered and should not be overdosed. Side effects of Modafil 100Mg Tablet may give rise to headache, dizziness, nausea, nervousness etc. If used for a long time this drug can affect sleeping habits, and difficulty in getting enough sleep may be experienced. Heart pounding, excessive sweating, agitation, hallucination and similar symptoms should be reported to the doctor at once.

This product has a tendency of interacting with birth control pills and may reduce the efficacy of such medicines which could result in pregnancy. Certain medicines like axitinib, bosutinib, ombitasvir may be affected by Modafil 100Mg Tablet, hence doctor’s consultation is necessary in such cases.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Psychiatrist before using this medicine.

    What are the uses of Modafil 100Mg Tablet

    • Sleep Disorders

      This medication is helpful in treating Sleep disorders including Narcolepsy (Uncontrollable Daytime sleepiness), Obstructive Sleep Apnea/Hypopnea Syndrome or Shift work sleep disorder.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Psychiatrist before using this medicine.

    What are the contraindications of Modafil 100Mg Tablet ?

    • Hypersensitivity

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Psychiatrist before using this medicine.

    What are the side effects of Modafil 100Mg Tablet ?

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Psychiatrist before using this medicine.

    Key highlights of Modafil 100Mg Tablet

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      Modfil 100mg tablet may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Modfil 100mg tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
      Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      Caution is advised when driving or operating machinery.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Psychiatrist before using this medicine.

    What are the substitutes for Modafil 100Mg Tablet ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Modafil 100Mg Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Psychiatrist before using this medicine.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      If you miss a dose of Modafinil, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Psychiatrist before using this medicine.

    How does this medication work?

    This medicine is used in sleeping disorders like narcolepsy, etc. to prevent extreme sleepiness. It does so by indirectly stimulating the release of orexin neuropeptides and histamine, which cause wakefulness.

      Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Psychiatrist before using this medicine.

      What are the interactions of Modafil 100Mg Tablet ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

        test
      • Interaction with Medicine

        Concomitant use of Clopidogrel, Deflazacort, Ranolazine, Fentanyl and Bosutinib must be avoid along with this medicine.
      • Interaction with Disease

        This medicine must be avoided by the patients with Cardiovascular disease, Hypertension, Liver disease, Seizure disorders and Psychiatric disorders. as this medicine can worsen the clinical condition of the patient.
      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
      swan-banner
      Sponsored

      Popular Questions & Answers

      View All

      Sir I forgot what I read or unable to recall ho...

      related_content_doctor

      Dr. K V Anand

      Psychologist

      Dear Lybrate user, at your age, memory problems like amnesia are not common. Many young people ar...

      I am 20 years old. I sleep about 8to 9 hours pe...

      related_content_doctor

      Dr. Karuna Chawla

      Homeopathy Doctor

      No. Get your thyroid profile, cbc, blood sugar fasting checked from some lab. In the meanwhile fo...

      Dear sir, I always get useless thoughts comes i...

      related_content_doctor

      Dr. Juhi Parashar

      Psychologist

      Hi lybrate-user, Your concern in genuine and understandable! Though your concerns are vast and re...

      Respected doctor. please tell me best possible ...

      related_content_doctor

      Dr. Sajeev Kumar

      General Physician

      Modafinil) is a medication that promotes wakefulness. It is thought to work by altering the natur...

      Hello sir/mam I have to ask that can isotretino...

      related_content_doctor

      Dr. Prakhar Singh

      General Physician

      You should not take any medicine without doctor's advice it maybe harmful and it can lead other c...

      Table of content

      Content Details
      Profile Image
      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
      Reviewed By
      Profile Image
      Reviewed ByDr. Garima SharmaMBBS, Master in Healthcare Administration, Diploma in Occupational HealthGeneral Physician
      chat_icon

      Ask a free question

      Get FREE multiple opinions from Doctors

      posted anonymously
      swan-banner