Dr John Kruse
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Modafinil - The Non-Stimulant Stimulant
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Modafinil keeps people alert, but doesn't act as a stimulant. It helps with ADHD symptoms, and maybe depression as well. Should we be using it more often?
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References:
The Effect of Long-Acting Methylphenidate and Modafinil on Attention and Impulsivity of Children with ADHD using a Continuous Performance Test: A Comparative Study (2022)
Comparative efficacy and safety of stimulant-type medications for depression: A systematic review and network meta-analysis (2021)
Modafinil for the treatment of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder: A meta-analysis (2017)
FDA Clinical Review of Modafinil (including rejection for ADHD) (2006)
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