Overview:
Modafinil is in a class of supplements known as eugeroics. Modafinil is actually a chemical stimulant, although its specific mode of action is not entirely understood. Even though it does not appear to work in a similar fashion to caffeine, there is a big interest in this supplement from those who are having sleep problems since it can be useful for staying awake and alert. Of course, this also raises the question as to whether or not Modafinil actually disrupts sleep.
Why Modafinil Is Used:
The main and stated clinical use of this supplement is for helping with narcolepsy. However, many people use Modafinil for a number of sleep problems and issues. People with sleep apnea who are using continuous positive airway pressure therapy to deal with sleep apnea will wake up and not feel rested on a regular basis. The thought is that this supplement can help. Also, people who work night shifts sometimes find it helpful to use such a supplement in an effort to stay awake. Continue reading “Does Modafinil Disrupt Sleep?”
Modafinil has received a lot of press recently. From Silicon Valley to college campuses, Modafinil is often regarded as a real-life version of the drug NZT-48 that Bradley Cooper’s character takes in the movie Limitless.