Meaning of the word modafinil in English
What does modafinil mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
modafinil
US /ˌmoʊdəˈfɪnɪl/
UK /ˌməʊdəˈfɪnɪl/
Noun
a medication used to treat sleepiness caused by narcolepsy, sleep apnea, or shift work sleep disorder
Example:
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The doctor prescribed modafinil to help with his excessive daytime sleepiness.
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Some people use modafinil off-label as a cognitive enhancer.