Tuesday, May 21, 2013

Provigil: More Than Just For Sleeping Disorders

By Dexter Alvarez


Provigil, also known by the generic name modafinil, is a drug available by prescription used in treatment of common sleep problems. Common uses include for narcolepsy, sleep apnea, and other sleep disorders. When individuals do not receive enough sleep, the body can shut down and refuse to function properly. While Provigil does not cure the problem it can help to eliminate the sleepy feelings that they can cause. In addition to sleep problems, Provigil is useful in other conditions as well. Here is further information on the drug as well as ways it can be used to increase productivity.

Provigil was originally created to treat narcolepsy. This condition cases the sufferer to fall asleep at random times during the day. This condition is extremely dangerous and can result in problems in one's workplace. The drug is designed to keep the individual awake. It is also useful in helping individual suffering shift work sleep disorder as well as individuals wit obstructive sleep apnea. The medication is not a part of the family of amphetamines, but does promote wakefulness. The exact mechanism of this drug in keeping people awake is unknown. Some theories claim that it can interact with the H1 histamine system and neurons located in the brain. The drug differs from amphetamines on the market today as it is not habit forming. This prevents negative effects on the health as well as withdrawal.

People who take Provigil may experience side effects such as headache, anxiety, nausea, diarrhea, itchy rash or stuffy nose. A small percentage of users may have an allergic reaction to the medication. Those who experience worrisome side effects or who have an allergic reaction should seek medical treatment immediately. Although there is a slight risk that a person taking the drug will experience one or more side effects, most people who take the medication are satisfied with the results and feel that the benefits outweigh the risks.

Scientific researchers have conducted numerous studies on the drug in an attempt to determine how well it can improve cognitive function. The results revealed that test subjects who took the drug showed significant improvement when performing memory tests. The subjects stated that they felt more attentive, alert and energetic. The effect of the drug suggests the possibility that it could help people who have Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Most people who have ADHD take medications that are addictive and possibly harmful to the body. Provigil is a safer choice for most people.

Provigil has proven to improve the brain's focus, performance, and wakefulness in more than just people who are ill. Healthy individuals can also reap the benefits of this drug as well. For example, Provigil has been used by athletes who are looking to become more focused for a big game. This "smart drug" appears to give a person an edge over the competition by increasing endurance over long periods of training. Many entrepreneurs or people who are in a profession where long hours are necessary, have started to use Provigil as well. Since it is not addictive, it can be used everyday to increase productivity.

Most who use Provigil to increase their cognitive ability have found that it brings some excellent behavioral changes. One user describes the experience as taking a train ride in a tunnel. The person can make more progress as the distractions causing stumbling are removes. It provides tunnel vision in a positive way. The prolonged focus and elimination of sleep problems increases the individual's ability to complete tasks, even in the afternoon when sleepiness can be a problem. Once the medication is stopped, the sleep problems will return and cognitive ability will go back to normal.

Although Provigil was originally used for sleep disorders, it has been discovered that this medication also helps to improve the performance of the brain for those who are healthy or sick. It may also help to improve one's mood. Those who suffer from sleep disorders find they are more optimistic, energetic and focused. It may cause a life changing experience helping individuals to gain mental clarity and motivation.




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