Modafinil
Brand Names: Modiodal; Provigil
Description
Modafinil is a type of Alpha-1 Receptor Agonist Smart Drug. Modafinil belongs to the group of Smart Drugs known as Eugeroics.
Health Benefits of Modafinil
Metabolism
Modafinil may increase subjective feelings of Energy. [1]
Modafinil may delay the onset of Fatigue (in Sleep-deprived subjects): [2]
Modafinil may alleviate Afternoon Fatigue (excessive daytime sleepiness). [3]
Musculoskeletal System
Modafinil has been approved in Europe for the treatment of Cataplexy.
Nervous System
Modafinil may improve Alertness. [4]
Modafinil may improve Alertness in Alzheimer's Disease patients.
Modafinil selectively stimulates Alpha-1 Adrenergic Receptors to behave as if there were more Norepinephrine within the Synapses of Neurons (i.e. it functions as an Alpha-1 Adrenergic Receptor Agonist). [5]
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