Modafinil is available by prescription, but there is a growing problem of its abuse because it has addictive potential. Drug abuse and addiction affect the lives of many people, including friends and family members of those who abuse meds. Keep reading to learn more about this issue and how to avoid it.
Modafinil is the generic name for the drug Provigil. It was initially approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 1998 and is primarily prescribed to treat daytime sleepiness caused by the following disorders:
People with narcolepsy may fall asleep at inappropriate times, with symptoms including excessive sleepiness, sleep paralysis, hallucinations, and sleep attacks with a sudden loss of muscle control.
