Why Modafinil Isn’t an FDA-Approved ADHD Medication (Yet)
Modafinil is a wakefulness-promoting medicine that is FDA-approved for narcolepsy, obstructive sleep apnea, and shift work disorder. It has been studied for ADHD, and some short-term trials showed improvement in symptoms. It is not FDA-approved for ADHD because of safety concerns in children, limited long-term evidence, and inconsistent results compared with standard ADHD medicines (U.S….