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Provigil and Food

Result of checking the interaction of Provigil and Food for safety when used together.

Check result:
Provigil <> Food
Relevance: 03.07.2019 Reviewer: Shkutko P.M., M.D., in

When checking interaction based on authoritative sources Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com there are contraindications or side effects that may cause harm or increase the negative effect from drug interaction with food or lifestyle.

Consumer:

Consumer information for this minor interaction is not currently available. Some minor drug interactions may not be clinically relevant in all patients. Minor drug interactions do not usually cause harm or require a change in therapy. However, your healthcare provider can determine if adjustments to your medications are needed.

Professional:

Administration with food may delay the absorption of modafinil (the racemate) and armodafinil (the R-enantiomer) without significantly affecting their overall bioavailability. According to the product labeling, modafinil's absorption may be delayed by approximately one hour if taken with food. Similarly, the time to reach peak plasma concentration (Tmax) of armodafinil may be delayed by approximately 2 to 4 hours in the fed state.

References:
  • "Product Information. Provigil (modafinil)." Cephalon, Inc, West Chester, PA.
  • "Product Information. Nuvigil (armodafinil)." Cephalon Inc, West Chester, PA.
Provigil

Generic Name: modafinil

Brand Name: Provigil

Synonyms: n.a.

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