cognition-enhancing drugs

Indications

• may improve performance of chess players

Mechanism of action

• common mechanism may be in effects on attention
  • ability to focus attention
  • prolonged attention span

More general terms

• analeptic (CNS stimulant)

More specific terms

• amphetamine (Mydayis)
• methylphenidate (Ritalin, Concerta, Daytrana, Metadate CD, Centedrine)
• modafinil (Provigil, Sparlon)

Additional terms

• attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) medication