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modafinil

/mɒdəˈfɪnɪl/ noun · British & US
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What does modafinil mean?

noun

A medication used to treat excessive daytime sleepiness associated with sleep disorders such as narcolepsy and sleep apnea.

Example

"The doctor prescribed modafinil to help her manage her narcolepsy symptoms."

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