| Also known as |
R-modafinil, Nuvigil |
| Blood pressure |
Can potentially increase blood pressure |
| Chemical name |
(в€’)-2-[(R)-(diphenylmethyl)sulfinyl]acetamide |
| Dosage (medical) |
150-250 mg once daily in the morning or early afternoon |
| Dosage (sports) |
Not applicable as it is not typically used for enhancing physical performance |
| Effects |
Increased alertness, cognitive enhancement, wakefulness |
| Formula |
C15H15NO2S |
| Half-life |
12-15 hours |
| Hepatotoxicity |
Low risk |
| Lab Test |
Drug-specific blood or urine tests |
| Main action |
Wakefulness-promoting agent |
| Side effects |
Headache, nausea, dizziness, insomnia |
| Storage conditions |
Store at room temperature, away from moisture and heat |
| Substance class |
Stimulant, Eurgeroic |
| Trade name |
Nuvigil |
| Use in sports |
Not commonly used, potential for misuse as a cognitive enhancer |
| Water Retention |
No significant impact on water retention |
