What Does Modafinil Feel like?

What does Modafinil Feel like? This is a common question and even some people who have tried Modafinil may find it difficult to explain. We have already explained how modafinil interacts with the brain and primarily how it interacts with dopamine. You can read more about it here. As for How and What you feel like on Modafinil we’re going to attempt to make it a bit clearer in this article. But first, we’ll give you a brief introduction to what Modafinil is.

What Is Modafinil?

Modafinil is a prescription medication used to treat people who feel overly sleepy during the day due to a sleep disorder. Its effect on the brain is nootropic, meaning it increases the brain’s cognitive function. It is usually prescribed to sufferers of narcolepsy; however, it is also an effective treatment for obstructive sleep apnea, as well as the general sleepiness from working too late or too long.

Modafinil was discovered A Brief Introduction To Modafinilto enhance the production of numerous critical neurotransmitters in the brain, including histamine, dopamine, norepinephrine, and serotonin, in a significant way. It has a huge impact on people’s ability to stay awake and alert for long periods of time

Modafinil’s use has definitely expanded as it is now used to treat memory loss due to dementia, ADHD, jet lag, and weariness induced by lengthy work hours or diseases as it progressively became known for its mood-brightening and memory-enhancing properties, as well as its waking effects.

Today it is used by students, entrepreneurs and business owners who are looking for a boost of focus and productivity.

Benefits of Modafinil:

• Sharp Memory
• Long-lasting improved memory (12 hours)
• Better cognitive functions
• Heightened productivity
• And many more benefits.

Safety Notes

Side Effects

Common side effects may be:

A Stuffy And Runny Nose, Indigestion, Backache, Dizziness, Difficulty Sleeping, Headache, Nausea, Diarrhea, Nervousness, Anxious Feelings, Lack of Appetite, Dry Mouth.

Caffeine can also this medication’s negative effects worse. Avoid drinking significant amounts of caffeine-containing beverages (coffee, tea, colas), eating large amounts of chocolate, or taking caffeine-containing nonprescription products.

Some side effects can be serious. If you experience any of these symptoms, call your doctor immediately:

rash, blisters, peeling skin, mouth sores, hives, itching, hoarseness, difficulty breathing or swallowing, swelling of the face, throat, tongue, lips, eyes, hands, feet, ankles, or lower legs, chest pain, fast, pounding, or irregular heartbeat, frenzied, abnormally excited mood, hallucinating (seeing things or hearing voices that do not exist), anxiety, depression, thinking about killing or harming yourself.

Precautions

Make sure you tell your doctor if you have any allergies or if you are allergic to Modafinil or Armodafinil before taking it. Because the drug may include some inactive chemicals that may cause allergic reactions or problems, it’s critical to inform your pharmacist or doctor if you have any sensitivities.

Before taking Modafinil, tell your doctor about any past medical disorders you’ve had treated, especially if they involved the heart, such as an irregular heartbeat, a mitral valve problem, a heart attack, an enlarged heart, or chest pain.

Do not consume alcohol or use marijuana with Modafinil because it might make you dizzy.

How do you feel on Modafinil?

So, you know what effects it has on the brain and why people use it for its nootropic properties. Now let’s get to how you actually feel while on Modafinil.

Do you feel high?

The term “getting high” refers to the act of enhancing or modifying one’s mental state. Whether it’s through altering one’s body, mind, or emotional state, it’s usually to induce euphoria or a feel-good mood.

Scientists have found that Modafinil is able to enhance serotonin release, but it does not cause serotonin release or reuptake on its own. It has even been shown in certain studies to diminish the euphoria caused by stimulants like cocaine.

However, there have been individual reports of users experiencing getting high on Modafinil on very high doses. Up to 1000mg, which is 5 times the recommended dosage.

Higher Doses of Modafinil

Since the effects on Modafinil can be quite mild for some users. They may think that a higher dose equals a better experience. However, that is quite contrary to what reports show. Using a higher dose of Modafinil often results in more side effects or increased side effects.

Therefore, it’s recommended to start small, for instance, 50 – 100mg, and then slowly increase the dosage if needed. If you feel like the 200mg works quite well for focus but it increases nervousness, then reduce the amount of caffeine you consume. Also, try combing Modafinil with l theanine. This combination has been shown to eliminate most to all of the negative side effects users experience on Modafinil.

Common Effects on Modafinil

Describing how one feels on Modafinil can be a bit difficult. This is because everyone reacts a little differently to smart drugs. However, there are certain common observations that are consistently reported.

Commonly experienced effects are:

Increased Energy

Having more energy is widely reported by users. Many people find it is similar to a high dose of caffeine but without the jitters and with the effects lasting throughout the day. You may find yourself surprised when you notice how you’re not feeling tired at times during the day when you usually do. This is one of Modafinil’s sudden effects that sometimes go unnoticed.

Effects on Mood

Although Modafinil does not automatically increase happiness or serotonin. It can enhance serotonin release. This may be the reason a lot of people feel happier when taking Modafinil. Another reason for feeling happier and more motivated when using Modafinil could be because a lot of people use it to get productive and when you do things that trigger dopamine (which Modafinil increases) you get a burst of motivation, which feels good.

So, one should not expect to simply feel good when using Modafinil. But, it can certainly help by increasing wakefulness and providing one with the extra motivation needed to get important things done.

Is Modafinil similar to Adderall?

This is a common question people have. Maybe because some people use drugs as a means to get the same results. Meaning better focus and feeling more motivated. However, Modafinil and Adderall are very different in how they work and feel. You can read more about how they work here. 

Increased Focus and Alertness

This is another very common effect experienced on Modafinil. Users worldwide report that they’re able to have a laser-like focus on a single task for hours. Modafinil creates a tunnel vision focus, which helps people stay focused and not get distracted by things not related to the task that they are focused on. You may find yourself way more persistent than usual in getting tasks finished.

Final Thoughts

Modafinil does not give you a ‘traditional high’ feeling. What It does is provide a clean and smooth feeling that lasts throughout the day. Similar to caffeine but without the jitters. It makes it easier to complete tasks without feeling drained of energy. Now, not everyone will experience the same things on Modafinil but there are commonly reported effects such as more energy and increased focus.

How you feel while on Modafinil may not be the exact same experience the next person feels. If one is expecting to feel high while using Modafinil, they may find it a bit disappointing. However, if the reason for using Modafinil is to increase one’s productivity and motivation, then one may be pleasantly surprised by what this nootropic brings.