R-modafinil (armodafinil): a unique dopamine uptake inhibitor and potential medication for psychostimulant abuse

Claus J Loland, Maddalena Mereu, Oluyomi M Okunola, Jianjing Cao, Thomas E Prisinzano, Sonia Mazier, Theresa Kopajtic, Lei Shi, Jonathan L Katz, Gianluigi Tanda, Amy Hauck Newman

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Abstract

(±)-Modafinil has piqued interest as a treatment for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder and stimulant dependence. The R-enantiomer of modafinil might have unique pharmacological properties that should be further investigated.
OriginalsprogEngelsk
TidsskriftBiological Psychiatry
Vol/bind72
Udgave nummer5
Sider (fra-til)405-13
Antal sider9
ISSN0006-3223
DOI
StatusUdgivet - sep. 2012

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