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Artvigil, a widely known cognitive enhancer, is employed to treat narcolepsy and obstructive sleep disorder, two conditions that cause excessive daytime sleepiness. Artvigil also helps patients stay alert during the day and resume normal sleeping patterns (Shift Work disorder. Artvigil raises the number of certain neurotransmitters (serotonin and dopamine) in areas of the brain that control alertness, focus, memory, and therefore the sleep-wake cycle.

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In addition to treating sleep disorders such as narcolepsy and sleep apnea, Nuvigil (Armodafinil) is used to treat shift work disorders and ADHD. Armodafinil is a highly selective dopamine reuptake inhibitor that raises dopamine levels in the brain, hence improving wakefulness. It is also thought to be a cognitive enhancer. Nuvigil should only be used to treat sleep difficulties; it is not a replacement for adequate sleep and should not be used to treat sleepiness or sleep deprivation in…

In the case of irregular shifts, you may experience extreme sleepiness during the day. However, with the right treatment, such as Artvigil or Modafinil, you can stay awake and alert. If you have shift work disorder (SWD), narcolepsy, or obstructive sleep apnea, you may be prescribed one of these medications. Both the medicines work as wakefulness-promoting agents and have stimulant-like effects.

While the exact mechanism of action of Artvigil and Modafinil is unknown, they are thought…