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Molecular properties generated using the CDK |
Classification ![]() |
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Compound class | Synthetic organic |
Approved drug? | Yes (FDA (1998)) |
IUPAC Name ![]() |
2-[di(phenyl)methylsulfinyl]acetamide |
International Nonproprietary Names ![]() |
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INN number | INN |
6055 | modafinil |
Synonyms ![]() |
Provigil® |
Comments |
Modafinil is a eugeroic (wakefulness-promoting) drug with a multi-faceted mechanism of action. In some jurisdictions this drug is classified as a controlled substance due to its possible addiction potential. It has been termed a 'smart' drug, a group of prescription medications, purchased illegally or used off-label, with alleged cognition-enhancing properties [1,4]. |
Database Links ![]() |
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ChEMBL Ligand | CHEMBL1373 |
DrugBank Ligand | DB00745 |
GtoPdb PubChem SID | 223365891 |
PubChem CID | 4236 |
Search Google for chemical match using the InChIKey | YFGHCGITMMYXAQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
Search Google for chemicals with the same backbone | YFGHCGITMMYXAQ |
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Wikipedia | Modafinil |
Modafinil
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