Narcolepsy Medication Could Be A Safe “Smart Drug”

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A growing number of students are taking modafinil to improve concentration. Pressmaster/Shutterstuck

Modafinil is a medicine used to treat sleep disorders such as narcolepsy. Dubbed as a “smart drug,” modafinil is becoming increasingly popular among students to improve their concentration before an exam. But is it safe and does it really work? A recent review by researchers suggests modafinil does work for some people and is safe in the short term.