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Nuvigil
Armodafinil · Tablet
Overview
Active ingredients
Source: NDC DirectoryForms, strengths and routes
Source: NDC DirectoryRegulatory status
Source: Drugs@FDANDC Directory| Product | Trade name | Form | Strength | Ingredient | Status | TE | Flags |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 021875-001 | NUVIGIL | TABLET | ARMODAFINIL | Prescription | AB | RLD | |
| 021875-002 | NUVIGIL | TABLET | ARMODAFINIL | Discontinued | — | RLD | |
| 021875-003 | NUVIGIL | TABLET | ARMODAFINIL | Prescription | AB | RLD | |
| 021875-004 | NUVIGIL | TABLET | ARMODAFINIL | Prescription | AB | RLD RS | |
| 021875-005 | NUVIGIL | TABLET | ARMODAFINIL | Prescription | AB | RLD |
Therapeutic equivalence
Source: Orange BookWhat this rating means: Therapeutically equivalent — bioequivalence demonstrated by in vivo or in vitro testing
Codes beginning with “A” indicate products the FDA considers therapeutically equivalent. Codes beginning with “B” indicate bioequivalence has not been established. See methodology.
Approval history
Source: Drugs@FDA| Type | No. | Action | Status | Date | Review |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Supplement | 23 | Labeling | Approved | February 7, 2017 | Standard |
| Supplement | 21 | Labeling | Approved | April 16, 2015 | Standard |
| Supplement | 20 | Manufacturing (CMC) | Approved | February 9, 2015 | Standard |
| Supplement | 19 | Manufacturing (CMC) | Approved | August 23, 2013 | Standard |
| Supplement | 12 | Labeling | Approved | June 28, 2013 | Unknown |
| Supplement | 18 | Manufacturing (CMC) | Approved | April 5, 2013 | Standard |
| Supplement | 17 | REMS | Approved | January 13, 2012 | N/A |
| Supplement | 16 | Labeling | Approved | January 13, 2012 | Standard |
| Supplement | 15 | Labeling | Approved | October 21, 2010 | Unknown |
| Supplement | 8 | Labeling | Approved | October 21, 2010 | Standard |
| Supplement | 5 | Labeling | Approved | October 21, 2010 | Standard |
| Supplement | 6 | Manufacturing (CMC) | Approved | March 26, 2009 | N/A |
| Original application | 1 | Type 5 - New Formulation or New Manufacturer | Approved | June 15, 2007 | Standard |
Review documents
- 0 · Supplement · February 9, 2017
- 0 · Supplement · February 7, 2017
- 0 · Supplement · April 17, 2015
- 0 · Supplement · April 16, 2015
- 0 · Original application · July 26, 2013
- 0 · Supplement · July 15, 2013
- 0 · Supplement · July 2, 2013
- 0 · Supplement · January 19, 2012
- 0 · Supplement · January 19, 2012
- 0 · Supplement · October 25, 2010
- 0 · Supplement · October 25, 2010
- 0 · Supplement · October 25, 2010
- 0 · Supplement · October 25, 2010
- 0 · Supplement · October 25, 2010
- 0 · Supplement · October 25, 2010
- 0 · Supplement · April 1, 2009
- 0 · Original application · March 5, 2009
- 0 · Original application · July 5, 2007
- 0 · Original application · June 27, 2007
Prescribing information
Source: openFDA Drug LabelingReproduced verbatim from the Structured Product Labeling submitted to the FDA (effective 20250902). This is the manufacturer's labelling text, not a summary and not advice.
Indications and Usage
openFDA Drug Labeling1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE NUVIGIL is indicated to improve wakefulness in adult patients with excessive sleepiness associated with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), narcolepsy, or shift work disorder (SWD). Limitations of Use In OSA, NUVIGIL is indicated to treat excessive sleepiness and not as treatment for the underlying obstruction. If continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) is the treatment of choice for a patient, a maximal effort to treat with CPAP for an adequate period of time should be made prior to initiating NUVIGIL for excessive sleepiness. NUVIGIL is indicated to improve wakefulness in adult patients with excessive sleepiness associated with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), narcolepsy, or shift work disorder (SWD). ( 1 ) Limitations of Use In OSA, NUVIGIL is indicated to treat excessive sleepiness and not as treatment for the underlying obstruction.
Dosage and Administration
openFDA Drug Labeling2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION The recommended dosage of NUVIGIL for each indication is as follows: OSA or Narcolepsy: 150 mg to 250 mg once a day in the morning. ( 2.1 ) SWD: 150 mg once a day, taken approximately one hour prior to start of the work shift. ( 2.2 ) Hepatic Impairment: reduced dose in patients with severe hepatic impairment. ( 2.3 , 12.3 ) Geriatric Patients: consider lower dose. ( 2.4 , 12.3 ) 2.1 Dosage in Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) and Narcolepsy The recommended dosage of NUVIGIL for patients with OSA or narcolepsy is 150 mg to 250 mg taken orally once a day as a single dose in the morning. In patients with OSA, doses up to 250 mg/day, given as a single dose, have been well tolerated, but there is no consistent evidence that these doses confer additional benefit beyond that of the 150 mg/day dose [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) and Clinical Studies (14.1, 14.2)] . 2.2 Dosage in Shift Work Disorder (SWD) The recommended dosage of NUVIGIL for patients with SWD is 150 mg taken orally once a day as a single dose approximately 1 hour prior to the start of their work shift. 2.3 Dosage Modification in Patients with Severe Hepatic Impairment In patients with severe hepatic impairment, the dosage of NUVIGIL should be reduced [see Use in Specific Populations ( 8.6 ) and Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )]. 2.4 Use in Geriatric Patients Consideration should be given to the use of lower doses and close monitoring in geriatric patients [see Use in Specific Populations (8.5)] .
2.1 Dosage in Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) and Narcolepsy The recommended dosage of NUVIGIL for patients with OSA or narcolepsy is 150 mg to 250 mg taken orally once a day as a single dose in the morning. In patients with OSA, doses up to 250 mg/day, given as a single dose, have been well tolerated, but there is no consistent evidence that these doses confer additional benefit beyond that of the 150 mg/day dose [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) and Clinical Studies (14.1, 14.2)] .
2.2 Dosage in Shift Work Disorder (SWD) The recommended dosage of NUVIGIL for patients with SWD is 150 mg taken orally once a day as a single dose approximately 1 hour prior to the start of their work shift.
2.3 Dosage Modification in Patients with Severe Hepatic Impairment In patients with severe hepatic impairment, the dosage of NUVIGIL should be reduced [see Use in Specific Populations ( 8.6 ) and Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )].
2.4 Use in Geriatric Patients Consideration should be given to the use of lower doses and close monitoring in geriatric patients [see Use in Specific Populations (8.5)] .
Dosage Forms and Strengths
openFDA Drug Labeling3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS 50 mg – round, white to off-white tablet with on one side and "205" on the other 150 mg – oval, white to off-white tablet with on one side and "215" on the other 200 mg – rounded, rectangular, white to off-white tablet with on one side and "220" on the other 250 mg – oval, white to off-white tablet with on one side and "225" on the other Tablets: 50 mg, 150 mg, 200 mg, and 250 mg. ( 3 ) stylized c stylized c stylized c stylized c
Contraindications
openFDA Drug Labeling4 CONTRAINDICATIONS NUVIGIL is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to modafinil or armodafinil or its inactive ingredients [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 , 5.2 , 5.3 )] . NUVIGIL is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to modafinil or armodafinil. ( 4 )
Warnings and Cautions
openFDA Drug Labeling5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Serious Rash, including Stevens-Johnson Syndrome: discontinue NUVIGIL at the first sign of rash, unless the rash is clearly not drug-related. ( 5.1 ) DRESS/Multi-organ Hypersensitivity Reactions: if suspected, discontinue NUVIGIL. ( 5.2 ) Angioedema and Anaphylaxis Reactions: if suspected, discontinue NUVIGIL. ( 5.3 ) Persistent Sleepiness: assess patients frequently for degree of sleepiness and, if appropriate, advise patients to avoid driving or engaging in any other potentially dangerous activity. ( 5.4 ) Psychiatric Symptoms: use particular caution in treating patients with a history of psychosis, depression, or mania. Consider discontinuing NUVIGIL if psychiatric symptoms develop. ( 5.5 ) Known Cardiovascular Disease: consider increased monitoring. ( 5.7 ) 5.1 Serious Dermatologic Reactions, including Stevens-Johnson Syndrome and Toxic Epidermal Necrosis Serious rash requiring hospitalization and discontinuation of treatment has been reported in association with the use of NUVIGIL (armodafinil) or modafinil (the racemic mixture of S- and R-enantiomers). NUVIGIL has not been studied in pediatric patients in any setting and is not approved for use in pediatric patients for any indication. In clinical trials of modafinil, the incidence of rash resulting in discontinuation was approximately 0.8% (13 per 1,585) in pediatric patients (age <17 years); these rashes included 1 case of possible Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS) and 1 case of apparent multi-organ hypersensitivity reaction/ Drug Rash with Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms (DRESS) [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)] . Several of the cases were associated with fever and other abnormalities (e.g., vomiting, leukopenia). The median time to rash that resulted in discontinuation was 13 days. No such cases were observed among 380 pediatric patients who received placebo. Skin and mouth sores, blistering, and ulceration have been reported with modafinil and NUVIGIL in the postmarketing setting. Recurrence of signs and symptoms of serious dermatologic reactions following rechallenge has been reported in some cases. Rare cases of serious or life-threatening rash, including SJS and toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN), have been reported in adults and children in worldwide postmarketing experience with modafinil and NUVIGIL. There are no factors, including duration of therapy, that are known to predict the risk of occurrence or the severity of rash associated with modafinil or NUVIGIL. In cases where the time to onset was reported, serious rash occurred 1 day to 2 months after initiation of treatment, but isolated cases of serious dermatologic reactions have been reported with symptoms beginning after prolonged treatment (e.g., 3 months). Although benign rashes also occur with NUVIGIL, it is not possible to reliably predict which rashes will prove to be serious. Accordingly, NUVIGIL should be discontinued at the first sign of rash, skin or mouth sores, or blistering or ulceration, unless the rash is clearly not drug-related. Discontinuation of treatment may not prevent a rash from becoming life-threatening or permanently disabling or disfiguring. 5.2 Drug Reaction with Eosinophilia and System Symptoms (DRESS)/Multiorgan Hypersensitivity DRESS, also known as multi-organ hypersensitivity, has been reported with NUVIGIL. DRESS typically, although not exclusively, presents with fever, rash, lymphadenopathy, and/or facial swelling, in association with other organ system involvement, such as hepatitis, nephritis, hematologic abnormalities, myocarditis, or myositis, sometimes resembling an acute viral infection. Eosinophilia is often present. This disorder is variable in its expression, and other organ systems not noted here may be involved. It is important to note that early manifestations of hypersensitivity (e.g., fever, lymphadenopathy) may be present even though rash is not evident. One fatal case of DRESS that occurred in close temporal association (3 weeks) …
Adverse Reactions
openFDA Drug Labeling6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following serious adverse reactions are described below and elsewhere in the labeling: Serious Dermatologic Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] Drug Reaction with Eosinophilia and System Symptoms (DRESS)/Multiorgan Hypersensitivity [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] Angioedema and Anaphylaxis Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] Persistent Sleepiness [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )] Psychiatric Symptoms [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 )] Effects on Ability to Drive and Use Machinery [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 )] Cardiovascular Events [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.7 )] Most common adverse reactions (≥5%): headache, nausea, dizziness, and insomnia. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Teva Pharmaceuticals at 1-888-483-8279 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch . 6.1 Clinical Trials Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice. NUVIGIL has been evaluated for safety in over 1,100 patients with excessive sleepiness associated with OSA, SWD, and narcolepsy. Most Common Adverse Reactions In the placebo-controlled clinical trials, the most common adverse reactions (≥5%) associated with the use of NUVIGIL more frequently than in placebo-treated patients were headache, nausea, dizziness, and insomnia. The adverse reaction profile was similar across the studies. Table 1 presents the adverse reactions that occurred at a rate of 1% or more and were more frequent in NUVIGIL-treated patients than in placebo-treated patients in the placebo-controlled clinical trials. Table 1: Adverse Reactions in Pooled Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trials* in OSA, Narcolepsy, and SWD with NUVIGIL (150 mg and 250 mg) NUVIGIL (%) N=645 Placebo (%) N=445 * Adverse reactions that occurred in > 1% of NUVIGIL-treated patients and greater incidence than that of placebo. Headache 17 9 Nausea 7 3 Dizziness 5 2 Insomnia 5 1 Anxiety 4 1 Diarrhea 4 2 Dry Mouth 4 1 Depression 2 0 Dyspepsia 2 0 Fatigue 2 1 Palpitations 2 1 Rash 2 0 Upper Abdominal Pain 2 1 Agitation 1 0 Anorexia 1 0 Constipation 1 0 Contact Dermatitis 1 0 Decreased Appetite 1 0 Depressed Mood 1 0 Disturbance In Attention 1 0 Dyspnea 1 0 Hyperhydrosis 1 0 Increased Gamma-Glutamyltransferase 1 0 Increased Heart Rate 1 0 Influenza-Like Illness 1 0 Loose Stools 1 0 Migraine 1 0 Nervousness 1 0 Pain 1 0 Paresthesia 1 0 Polyuria 1 0 Pyrexia 1 0 Seasonal Allergy 1 0 Thirst 1 0 Tremor 1 0 Vomiting 1 0 Dose-Dependent Adverse Reactions In the placebo-controlled clinical trials which compared doses of 150 mg/day and 250 mg/day of NUVIGIL and placebo, the following adverse reactions were dose-related: headache, rash, depression, dry mouth, insomnia, and nausea. See Table 2 for additional information. Table 2: Dose-Dependent Adverse Reactions in Pooled Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trials in OSA, Narcolepsy and SWD NUVIGIL 250 mg (%) N=198 NUVIGIL 150 mg (%) N=447 NUVIGIL Combined (%) N=645 Placebo (%) N=445 Headache 23 14 17 9 Nausea 9 6 7 3 Insomnia 6 4 5 1 Dry Mouth 7 2 4 1% of NUVIGIL-treated patients and greater incidence than that of placebo. Headache 17 9 Nausea 7 3 Dizziness 5 2 Insomnia 5 1 Anxiety 4 1 Diarrhea 4 2 Dry Mouth 4 1 Depression 2 0 Dyspepsia 2 0 Fatigue 2 1 Palpitations 2 1 Rash 2 0 Upper Abdominal Pain 2 1 Agitation 1 0 Anorexia 1 0 Constipation 1 0 Contact Dermatitis 1 0 Decreased Appetite 1 0 Depressed Mood 1 0 Disturbance In Attention 1 0 Dyspnea 1 0 Hyperhydrosis 1 0 Increased Gamma-Glutamyltransferase 1 0 Increased Heart Rate 1 0 Influenza-Like Illness 1 0 Loose Stools 1 0 Migraine 1 0 Nervousness 1 0 Pain 1 0 Paresthesia 1 0 Polyuria 1 0 Pyrexia 1 0 Seasonal Allergy 1 0 Thirst 1 0 Tremor 1 0 Vomiting 1 0 Dose-Dependent Adverse Reactions In the placebo-controlled clin …
Drug Interactions
openFDA Drug Labeling7 DRUG INTERACTIONS Effects of NUVIGIL on CYP3A4/5 Substrates The clearance of drugs that are substrates for CYP3A4/5 (e.g., steroidal contraceptives, cyclosporine, midazolam, and triazolam) may be increased by NUVIGIL via induction of metabolic enzymes, which results in lower systemic exposure. Dosage adjustment of these drugs should be considered when these drugs are used concomitantly with NUVIGIL [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)] . The effectiveness of steroidal contraceptives may be reduced when used with NUVIGIL and for one month after discontinuation of therapy. Alternative or concomitant methods of contraception are recommended for patients taking steroidal contraceptives (e.g., ethinyl estradiol) when treated concomitantly with NUVIGIL and for one month after discontinuation of NUVIGIL treatment. Blood levels of cyclosporine may be reduced when used with NUVIGIL. Monitoring of circulating cyclosporine concentrations and appropriate dosage adjustment for cyclosporine should be considered when used concomitantly with NUVIGIL. Effects of NUVIGIL on CYP2C19 Substrates Elimination of drugs that are substrates for CYP2C19 (e.g., phenytoin, diazepam, propranolol, omeprazole, and clomipramine) may be prolonged by NUVIGIL via inhibition of metabolic enzymes, with resultant higher systemic exposure. Dose reduction of these drugs may be required when these drugs are used concomitantly with NUVIGIL. Warfarin More frequent monitoring of prothrombin times/INR should be considered whenever NUVIGIL is coadministered with warfarin [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)] . Monoamine Oxidase (MAO) Inhibitors Caution should be used when concomitantly administering MAO inhibitors and NUVIGIL. Steroidal contraceptives (e.g., ethinyl estradiol): use alternative or concomitant methods of contraception while taking NUVIGIL and for one month after discontinuation of NUVIGIL treatment. ( 7 ) Cyclosporine: blood concentrations of cyclosporine may be reduced. ( 7 ) CYP2C19 substrates, such as omeprazole, phenytoin, and diazepam: exposure of these medications may be increased. ( 7 )
Use in Specific Populations
openFDA Drug Labeling8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS Pregnancy: based on animal data, may cause fetal harm. ( 8.1 ) 8.1 Pregnancy Pregnancy Registry There is a pregnancy exposure registry that monitors pregnancy outcomes in women exposed to NUVIGIL during pregnancy. Healthcare providers are encouraged to register pregnant patients, or pregnant women may enroll themselves in the registry by calling 1-866-404-4106. Risk Summary Limited available data on armodafinil use in pregnant women are insufficient to inform a drug associated risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes. Intrauterine growth restriction and spontaneous abortion have been reported in association with armodafinil and modafinil. Although the pharmacology of armodafinil is not identical to that of the sympathomimetic amines, armodafinil shares some pharmacologic properties with this class [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.1 )] . Some sympathomimetics have been associated with intrauterine growth restriction and spontaneous abortions. In animal reproduction studies of armodafinil (R-modafinil) and modafinil (a mixture of R- and S-modafinil) conducted in pregnant rats (armodafinil, modafinil) and rabbits (modafinil) during organogenesis, evidence of developmental toxicity (increased embryofetal and offspring mortality, decreased fetal growth) was observed at clinically relevant plasma exposures. All pregnancies have a background risk of birth defects, loss, or other adverse outcomes. The estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated populations is unknown. In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2-4% and 15-20%, respectively. Data Animal Data Oral administration of armodafinil (60, 200, or 600 mg/kg/day) to pregnant rats throughout organogenesis resulted in decreased fetal body weight and increased incidences of fetal variations indicative of growth delay at the highest dose, which was also maternally toxic. The highest no-effect dose for embryofetal developmental toxicity in rat (200 mg/kg/day) was associated with a plasma armodafinil exposure (AUC) less than that in humans at the maximum recommended human dose (MRHD) of NUVIGIL (250 mg/day). Modafinil (50, 100, or 200 mg/kg/day) administered orally to pregnant rats throughout organogenesis produced an increase in resorptions and an increased incidence of fetal variations at the highest dose tested. The higher no-effect dose for embryofetal developmental toxicity (100 mg/kg/day) was associated with a plasma armodafinil AUC less than that in humans at the MRHD of NUVIGIL. However, in a subsequent rat study of up to 480 mg/kg/day of modafinil, no adverse effects on embryofetal development were observed. In a study in which modafinil (45, 90, or 180 mg/kg/day) was orally administered to pregnant rabbits during organogenesis, embryofetal death was increased at the highest dose. The highest no-effect dose for developmental toxicity (100 mg/kg/day) was associated with a plasma armodafinil AUC less than that in humans at the MRHD of NUVIGIL. Modafinil administration to rats throughout gestation and lactation at oral doses of up to 200 mg/kg/day resulted in decreased viability in the offspring at doses greater than 20 mg/kg/day, a dose resulting in a plasma armodafinil AUC less than that in humans at the MRHD of NUVIGIL. No effects on postnatal developmental and neurobehavioral parameters were observed in surviving offspring. 8.2 Lactation Risk Summary There are no data on the presence of armodafinil or its metabolites in human milk, the effects on the breastfed infant, or the effect of this drug on milk production. Modafinil was present in rat milk when animals were dosed during the lactation period. The developmental and health benefits of breastfeeding should be considered along with the mother’s clinical need for armodafinil and any potential adverse effects on the breastfed child from armodafinil or from the underl …
Mechanism of Action
openFDA Drug Labeling12.1 Mechanism of Action The mechanism(s) through which armodafinil promotes wakefulness is unknown. Armodafinil (R-modafinil) has pharmacological properties similar to those of modafinil (a mixture of R- and S-modafinil), to the extent tested in animal and in vitro studies. The R- and S-enantiomers have similar pharmacological actions in animals. Armodafinil and modafinil have wake-promoting actions similar to sympathomimetic agents including amphetamine and methylphenidate, although their pharmacologic profile is not identical to that of the sympathomimetic amines. Modafinil-induced wakefulness can be attenuated by the α1-adrenergic receptor antagonist, prazosin; however, modafinil is inactive in other in vitro assay systems known to be responsive to α-adrenergic agonists such as the rat vas deferens preparation. Armodafinil is an indirect dopamine receptor agonist; both armodafinil and modafinil bind in vitro to the dopamine transporter and inhibit dopamine reuptake. For modafinil, this activity has been associated in vivo with increased extracellular dopamine levels in some brain regions of animals. In genetically engineered mice lacking the dopamine transporter (DAT), modafinil lacked wake-promoting activity, suggesting that this activity was DAT-dependent. However, the wake-promoting effects of modafinil, unlike those of amphetamine, were not antagonized by the dopamine receptor antagonist haloperidol in rats. In addition, alpha-methyl-p-tyrosine, a dopamine synthesis inhibitor, blocks the action of amphetamine, but does not block locomotor activity induced by modafinil. In addition to its wake-promoting effects and ability to increase locomotor activity in animals, modafinil produces psychoactive and euphoric effects, alterations in mood, perception, thinking, and feelings typical of other CNS stimulants in humans. Modafinil has reinforcing properties, as evidenced by its self-administration in monkeys previously trained to self-administer cocaine; modafinil was also partially discriminated as stimulant-like. Based on nonclinical studies, two major metabolites, acid and sulfone, of modafinil or armodafinil, do not appear to contribute to the CNS-activating properties of the parent compounds.
Description
openFDA Drug Labeling11 DESCRIPTION NUVIGIL (armodafinil) is a wakefulness-promoting agent for oral administration. Armodafinil is the R-enantiomer of modafinil which is a 1:1 mixture of the R- and S-enantiomers. The chemical name for armodafinil is 2-[(R)-(diphenylmethyl)sulfinyl]acetamide. The molecular formula is C 15 H 15 NO 2 S and the molecular weight is 273.35. The chemical structure is: Armodafinil is a white to off-white, crystalline powder that is slightly soluble in water, sparingly soluble in acetone, and soluble in methanol. NUVIGIL tablets contain 50, 150, 200 or 250 mg of armodafinil and the following inactive ingredients: croscarmellose sodium, lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, povidone, and pregelatinized starch. structural formula
Overdosage
openFDA Drug Labeling10 OVERDOSAGE Fatal overdoses involving modafinil alone or involving NUVIGIL or modafinil in combination with other drugs have been reported in the postmarketing setting. Symptoms most often accompanying NUVIGIL or modafinil overdose, alone or in combination with other drugs, have included anxiety, dyspnea, insomnia; central nervous system symptoms such as restlessness, disorientation, confusion, excitation and hallucination; digestive changes such as nausea and diarrhea; and cardiovascular changes such as tachycardia, bradycardia, hypertension, and chest pain. No specific antidote exists for the toxic effects of a NUVIGIL overdose. Such overdoses should be managed with primarily supportive care, including cardiovascular monitoring.
How Supplied / Storage and Handling
openFDA Drug Labeling16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING 16.1 How Supplied NUVIGIL ® (armodafinil) Tablets are available as follows: 50 mg: Each round, white to off-white tablet is debossed with on one side and "205" on the other. NDC 60429-001-30 – Bottles of 30 150 mg: Each oval, white to off-white tablet is debossed with on one side and "215" on the other. NDC 60429-002-30 – Bottles of 30 200 mg: Each rounded, rectangular, white to off-white tablet is debossed with on one side and "220" on the other. NDC 60429-003-30 – Bottles of 30 250 mg: Each oval, white to off-white tablet is debossed with on one side and "225" on the other. NDC 60429-004-30 – Bottles of 30 stylized c stylized c stylized c stylized c 16.2 Storage Store at 20 o C - 25 o C (68 o F - 77 o F).
16.1 How Supplied NUVIGIL ® (armodafinil) Tablets are available as follows: 50 mg: Each round, white to off-white tablet is debossed with on one side and "205" on the other. NDC 60429-001-30 – Bottles of 30 150 mg: Each oval, white to off-white tablet is debossed with on one side and "215" on the other. NDC 60429-002-30 – Bottles of 30 200 mg: Each rounded, rectangular, white to off-white tablet is debossed with on one side and "220" on the other. NDC 60429-003-30 – Bottles of 30 250 mg: Each oval, white to off-white tablet is debossed with on one side and "225" on the other. NDC 60429-004-30 – Bottles of 30 stylized c stylized c stylized c stylized c
16.2 Storage Store at 20 o C - 25 o C (68 o F - 77 o F).
Adverse event reports
Source: openFDA FAERSAttributed to this product's most-reported active ingredient: ARMODAFINIL. Combination products with more than six active ingredients are not attributed, because a report count summed across a long ingredient list measures the list, not the medicine.
Packaging and NDCs
Source: NDC Directory| Package NDC | Product NDC | Labeler | Description | Marketing start |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60505-4846-3 | 60505-4846 | Apotex Corp. | 30 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE (60505-4846-3) | August 31, 2025 |
| 60505-4847-3 | 60505-4847 | Apotex Corp. | 30 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE (60505-4847-3) | August 31, 2025 |
| 60505-4849-3 | 60505-4849 | Apotex Corp. | 30 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE (60505-4849-3) | August 31, 2025 |
| 60505-4850-3 | 60505-4850 | Apotex Corp. | 30 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE (60505-4850-3) | August 31, 2025 |
| 63459-215-30 | 63459-215 | Cephalon, LLC | 30 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE (63459-215-30) | January 3, 2011 |
| 60429-001-30 | 60429-001 | Golden State Medical Supply, Inc. | 30 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE (60429-001-30) | July 30, 2025 |
| 60429-002-30 | 60429-002 | Golden State Medical Supply, Inc. | 30 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE (60429-002-30) | July 30, 2025 |
| 60429-003-30 | 60429-003 | Golden State Medical Supply, Inc. | 30 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE (60429-003-30) | July 30, 2025 |
| 60429-004-30 | 60429-004 | Golden State Medical Supply, Inc. | 30 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE (60429-004-30) | July 30, 2025 |
| 60505-4846 | 60505-4846 | Apotex Corp. | — | August 31, 2025 |
| 60505-4847 | 60505-4847 | Apotex Corp. | — | August 31, 2025 |
| 60505-4849 | 60505-4849 | Apotex Corp. | — | August 31, 2025 |
| 60505-4850 | 60505-4850 | Apotex Corp. | — | August 31, 2025 |
| 63459-215 | 63459-215 | Cephalon, LLC | — | May 26, 2009 |
| 60429-001 | 60429-001 | Golden State Medical Supply, Inc. | — | June 15, 2007 |
| 60429-002 | 60429-002 | Golden State Medical Supply, Inc. | — | June 15, 2007 |
| 60429-003 | 60429-003 | Golden State Medical Supply, Inc. | — | March 26, 2009 |
| 60429-004 | 60429-004 | Golden State Medical Supply, Inc. | — | June 15, 2007 |
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| Dataset | Agency | Used for |
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| NDC Directory | FDA | Identity, ingredients, strengths, forms, routes, labelers, packages |
| Drugs@FDA | FDA | Application, sponsor, submissions, review documents, marketing status |
| Orange Book | FDA | Therapeutic equivalence codes, reference drug flags, patents, exclusivity |
| Drug Labeling | FDA / NLM | Prescribing information reproduced above |
| FAERS | FDA | Adverse event report counts |
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