Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a long-term sleep disorder where the airway repeatedly closes or narrows during sleep. This leads to poor-quality rest and excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS). Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) is the main treatment, but many patients still feel tired during the day even when using CPAP correctly. Modafinil is a medication…
Modafinil is a wakefulness-promoting medicine approved for narcolepsy, obstructive sleep apnea with continuous positive airway pressure, and shift work disorder. People also ask if it changes sex drive or sexual performance. The short answer is that effects vary by person, and the best evidence is about premature ejaculation, not general sexual enhancement (U.S. Food and…
With increasing interest in cognitive enhancement and the broader acceptance of cannabis use, the combination of modafinil and cannabis is gaining attention among both medical professionals and the public. But what happens when these two psychoactive substances are taken together? Key Takeaways What Is Modafinil? Modafinil is a wakefulness-promoting agent approved by the U.S. Food…
Modafinil, commonly prescribed for conditions like narcolepsy, shift work sleep disorder, and obstructive sleep apnea, has raised concerns about its safety during pregnancy. Emerging research and regulatory advisories increasingly highlight potential risks associated with modafinil exposure in pregnant women, particularly regarding congenital malformations and fetal growth. Key Takeaways Modafinil: Usage and Pregnancy Safety Concerns Modafinil…
Modafinil is a wakefulness-promoting drug primarily prescribed for narcolepsy but increasingly used off-label for cognitive enhancement. While some users report improved focus and alertness, others experience heightened anxiety. The question remains: does modafinil help with anxiety, or does it make it worse? The answer depends on dosage, individual differences, and underlying conditions. Key Takeaways Does…
Depression affects mood, energy, sleep, and thinking. Some people continue to struggle with fatigue and cognitive problems even after trying standard antidepressants. Modafinil is a wakefulness-promoting medicine that is approved for narcolepsy, obstructive sleep apnea, and shift work disorder, not for depression. Researchers have studied it as an add-on option for people with persistent symptoms…
Modafinil is a prescription medicine used to improve wakefulness in people with narcolepsy, obstructive sleep apnea, and shift work disorder. Some people notice less hunger or small weight changes while taking it, which raises a common question: can modafinil help with weight loss? This article reviews what is known, what is not known, and how…
Modafinil is approved to improve wakefulness in adults with narcolepsy, obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), and shift work disorder (SWD) (U.S. Food and Drug Administration [FDA], 2015; Greenblatt & Adams, 2023). If it feels like it stopped working, the reasons are usually fixable. Below are seven evidence-based causes and practical fixes, written for everyday use. Key…