A Comparison of the Efficacy of Modafinil and Dextroamphetamine as Alertness Promoting Agents in Aviators Performing Extended Operations

Abstract

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Cognition Enhancement by Modafinil: A Meta-Analysis

“…The U. S. Army Aeromedical Research Laboratory recently completed an assessment of 100 mg modafi nil and 5 mg dextroamphetamine throughout 40 h of continuous wakefulness ( 8 ). Results showed that the stimulants maintained alertness, cognitive function, judgment, and risk assessment in sleep deprived aviators better than placebo without evidence of any side effects of aeromedical concern at that dosage level.…”