Uses of Modalert 100mg
Modalert 100mg is used for the treatment or prevention of the following disease(s):
Wakefulness, Excessive Sleepiness Caused by Sleep Apnea, Narcolepsy
Side effects of Modalert 100mg
Precautions while taking Modalert 100mg
Dosage of Modalert 100mg
Overdose of Modalert 100mg
Onset of Action of Modalert 100mg
Duration of Action of Modalert 100mg
Precautions & Warnings
Alcohol
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Pregnancy
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Breastfeeding
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Driving
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Kidney
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Liver
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Interactions
Drug :- Carbamazepine, phenobarbital, rifampin, other inducers of CYP3A4:
May alter
modafinil level. Monitor patient closely.
Cyclosporine, theophylline:
May reduce levels of these drugs. Use together cautiously.
Dextroamphetamine, methylphenidate:
May cause 1-hour delay in modafinil absorption. Separate
dosing times.
Diazepam, phenytoin, propranolol, other drugs metabolized by CYP2C19:
May inhibit CYP2C19
and lead to higher levels of drugs metabolized by this enzyme. Use together cautiously, adjust dosage
as needed.
Hormonal contraceptives:
May reduce contraceptive effectiveness. Advise patient to use alternative
or additional method of contraception during modafinil therapy and for 1 month after drug is stopped.
Itraconazole, ketoconazole, other inhibitors of CYP3A4:
May alter modafinil level. Monitor patient
closely.
Phenytoin, warfarin:
May inhibit CYP2C9 and increase phenytoin and warfarin levels. Monitor
patient closely for toxicity.
TCAs:
May increase TCA level. Reduce dosage of these drugs.
Kunal is a registered pharmacist with RGUHS with over 4 years experience. He is a medicine content contributor at Health-Shoppe.com.
Dr. Naresh Dang is an MD in Internal Medicine. He has special interest in the field of Diabetes, and has over two decades of professional experience in his chosen field of specialty. Dr. Dang is an expert in the management of Diabetes, Hypertension and Lipids. He also provides consultation for Life Style Management.