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Published on: 10/24/2025

Do new narcolepsy drugs improve fatigue and cognitive function?

Yoshinori Abe

Reviewed by Yoshinori Abe, MD

Internal Medicine

New drugs for narcolepsy, like modafinil, can help reduce tiredness and improve thinking skills.

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Explanation

Narcolepsy is a condition where people feel very sleepy during the day. New drugs, such as modafinil, are used to help people stay awake and think more clearly.

How Modafinil Works:

  1. Reduces Sleepiness: Modafinil helps people stay awake during the day.
  2. Improves Thinking: It can make it easier to focus and think clearly.

Benefits:

  • Less Fatigue: People feel less tired and more alert.
  • Better Cognitive Function: Thinking and focusing improve, making daily tasks easier.

These drugs are important as they help people with narcolepsy lead more normal lives by reducing sleepiness and improving their ability to think clearly.

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