Modafinil Dosage WisdomCard

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Research Notes on Modafinil Dosage


The dosing regimen of modafinil prescribed by your physician will depend on a number of factors, such as the condition being treated, any other medical conditions from which you may suffer, and other medications you may be taking. In treating narcolepsy, most patients are advised to take 200 mg of modafinil in one dose, early in the day.1 Elderly patients, those with liver or kidney disease, or patients with Parkinson's disease or multiple sclerosis are generally recommended a lower dose of modafinil.2

Fast Facts:

  • Modafinil may be habit forming.3
  • Modafinil may be taken with or without food.4
  • Modafinil is a generic form of the brand name medication Provigil.4


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Research Notes References

  1. eMedTV: Modafinil Dosing
  2. National Multiple Sclerosis Society: Provigil (Modafinil): Proper Usage
  3. American Society of Health-Systems Pharmacists (via MedlinePlus): Modafinil: How Should This Medicine Be Used?
  4. 4.0 4.1 First DataBank (via WebMD): How to Use Modafinil Oral

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