Comparing Adderall vs Modafinil
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Adderall is a combination of four different amphetamine salts and is used for the treatment of ADHD or narcolepsy. Adderall is potentially addictive and can cause insomnia. Prescribed for ADHD,... View more |
Prescribed for Shift Work Sleep Disorder, Narcolepsy, Obstructive Sleep Apnea/Hypopnea Syndrome. May also be prescribed off label for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, ADHD, Depression, Drowsiness, Fatigue. |
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Prescription only |
Prescription only |
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Ratings & Reviews |
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Side Effects |
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See the full Adderall side effects document. |
Commonly reported side effects include: headache, and nausea. See the full modafinil side effects document. |
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Pricing and Coupons* Prices are without insurance |
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View all Adderall prices and generic prices |
View all modafinil prices |
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Generic Availability |
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Yes (this medicine) |
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Dosage Form(s) Available |
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Brand Names |
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| Other amphetamine / dextroamphetamine brands include: Adderall XR, Mydayis | Provigil | ||||||||||||||||
Half LifeThe half-life of a drug is the time taken for the plasma concentration of a drug to reduce to half its original value. |
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34 hours |
15 hours |
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CSA Schedule**View glossary of terms. |
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High potential for abuse
Has a high potential for abuse. Has a currently accepted medical use in treatment in the United States or a currently accepted medical use with severe restrictions. Abuse may lead to severe psychological or physical dependence. |
Some potential for abuse
Has a low potential for abuse relative to those in schedule 3. It has a currently accepted medical use in treatment in the United States. Abuse may lead to limited physical dependence or psychological dependence relative to those in schedule 3. |
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Pregnancy Category |
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Category C
Risk cannot be ruled out
See the full Pregnancy Warnings document. |
Category C
Risk cannot be ruled out
See the full Pregnancy Warnings document. |
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FDA Alerts |
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Drug Interactions |
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A total of 179 drugs are known to interact with Adderall:
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A total of 421 drugs are known to interact with modafinil:
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Alcohol/Food/Lifestyle Interactions |
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No known alcohol/food interactions. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider. |
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Disease Interactions |
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First Approval Date |
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January 19, 1960 |
December 24, 1998 |
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WADA ClassView World Anti-Doping Agency classifications. |
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N/A |
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More Information |
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Consumer Resources |
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Professional Resources |
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Related Treatment Guide |
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** The Controlled Substances Act (CSA) schedule information displayed applies to substances regulated under federal law. There may be variations in CSA schedules between individual states.
Further information
Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.