R-modafinil (armodafinil): a unique dopamine uptake inhibitor and potential medication for psychostimulant abuse
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(±)-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.
Original language | English |
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Journal | Biological Psychiatry |
Volume | 72 |
Issue number | 5 |
Pages (from-to) | 405-13 |
Number of pages | 9 |
ISSN | 0006-3223 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Sep 2012 |
- Animals, Benzhydryl Compounds, Central Nervous System Stimulants, Cocaine, Dopamine, Dopamine Plasma Membrane Transport Proteins, Dopamine Uptake Inhibitors, Humans, Male, Mice, Microdialysis, Nucleus Accumbens, Protein Binding, Substance-Related Disorders
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