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Armodafinil vs. Modafinil

Armodafinil (Nuvigil) is used to improve wakefulness in adults who have extreme sleepiness due to narcolepsy, obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), or shift work disorder. It belongs to a drug class called wakefulness-promoting agents. Armodafinil (Nuvigil) is taken by mouth once a day. The exact dosage depends on the condition you have. Some side effects include headache, nausea, and dizziness. This medication is a controlled substance because it has a risk of misuse and dependence. Armodafinil (Nuvigil) is available in brand-name and generic versions.

• Improve wakefulness in adults with excessive sleepiness due to:
  • Narcolepsy
  • Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)
  • Shift work disorder

• Headache (17%)
• Nausea (7%)
• Dizziness (5%)
• Trouble sleeping (5%)
• Anxiety (4%)
• Diarrhea (4%)
• Dry mouth (4%)

• Serious allergic reactions
• Serious skin reactions
• Still feeling sleepy and risk of unsafe driving
• Unusual changes in mood and behavior
• Caution use in people with heart problems

Modafinil (Provigil) helps improve wakefulness in adults with narcolepsy, obstructive sleep apnea, or shift work disorder. This wake-promoting medication comes as a tablet that’s taken by mouth. For adults with narcolepsy or sleep apnea, you take a dosage once daily in the morning. And for those with shift work disorder, you take your dosage 1 hour before the start of your work shift. Common side effects include headache and nausea. Modafinil (Provigil) is a controlled substance because of its potential for misuse.

• Improve wakefulness in adults with narcolepsy, obstructive sleep apnea, or shift work disorder

• Headache (34%)
• Nausea (11%)
• Feeling nervous (7%)
• Runny nose (7%)
• Back pain (6%)
• Diarrhea (6%)
• Anxiety (5%)
• Dizziness (5%)
• Indigestion (5%)
• Trouble sleeping (5%)

• Serious allergic reactions
• Serious rash and skin reactions
• Sleepiness and trouble focusing, thinking, and reacting
• Unusual changes in mood and behavior
• Heart problems
• Changes in blood pressure and heart rate