The main purposes of modafinil prescriptions, such as those for Modalert 200 mg, are to improve wakefulness and lessen excessive daytime sleepiness brought on by diseases including narcolepsy and sleep apnea. It can enhance cognitive performance, alertness, and focus, but its effects on motivation are less clear-cut. Modafinil's effects on cognitive performance and decreased weariness may be the reason why some users report feeling more driven and productive while taking it. But rather than focusing on drive or motivation directly, it helps with wakefulness and mental clarity instead. Modafinil can affect motivation to varying degrees in different people, thus treating underlying mental health concerns or motivational problems should come before using modafinil. You should always speak with your doctor before using modafinil off-label.