
OVERVIEW
Armodafinil is an R-enantiomer of
Modafinil. It has slightly modified chemical structure than Modafinil making it
more potent. It requires a much smaller dosage to be as effective. It is also
known to be quite safe and to have zero addictive potential, if not misused.
Armodafinil does not disturb your existing sleep patterns. You will quite be
able to go to sleep and wake up at your normal hours.
Armodafinil helps treat excessive sleepiness in
people suffering from Narcolepsy, Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Shift Work Sleep
Disorder. It may not get rid of all your sleepiness. It helps in keeping your
mind active, refreshed and well-functioning all throughout the day. Your
concentrating and focusing ability increases and your creativity also gets
enhanced. It gives you a sense of clear-headed energy.
DOSAGE INFORMATION
You must remember that your doctor can best prescribe you
the right dosage and when you should take it. Follow all of his instructions
very carefully. Below given are some general instructions for you to follow:
- · Take the medicine with or without food.
- · Narcolepsy and Obstructive Apnea Patients: take the medicine in the morning.
- · Shift Work Sleep Disorder: Take one hour before the start of the work shift
- · Never overdose or take the medication for a longer period than prescribed. It can have severe repercussions on your health. If so happens, consult your doctor right away.
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If you happen to miss a dose, take it as soon as
you remember. However, if it is almost your bed time, skip it and resume to
your normal dosing schedule. Do not take two doses together or extra doses just
to make up your missed dose.
POINTS TO BE NOTED
- · Armodafinil can be addictive if misused. Do not give it away to any person who has a history of drug abuse. Keep it out of the reach of children and animals. Selling or giving away any medicine is against the law.
- · Store it at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Do not keep it in your bathroom.
- · You may experience withdrawal symptoms if you suddenly stop using the pill. This may happen if you have been using it for a longer time or in higher doses. Consult your doctor immediately if you notice these symptoms.
- · Do not take Armodafinil with alcohol.
- · Avoid doing any kind of tasks that require you to be highly alert until you know how Armodafinil is affecting you. Tasks like driving, operating any big machinery etc. should be avoided if you don’t feel awake enough after taking this medication. Talk to a doctor immediately when it happens.
- · If you are 65 and older, take care while using Armodafinil. You could be more prone to side effects.
WHO SHOULD NOT CONSUME IT?
- · If you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant, talk to your doctor before taking Armodafinil. Your doctor can tell you about the risks and benefits of taking Armodafinil while you are pregnant.
- · If you are a breastfeeding mother, consult with a doctor before taking this medication. He/She can tell you about any risks of taking this pill while you are breastfeeding.
- · Tell your doctor if you have any allergic reactions to Armodafinil, Modafinil or any other part of Armodafinil. Such allergic reactions may include rashes; hives; itching; swelling of face, lips or tongue etc.
- · If you have heart problems, heart valve problems, shortness of breath, cough, wheezing etc, talk to your doctor.
- Also, keep a list of all the prescribed drugs, non-prescribed drugs and herbal products that you are currently using and show it to the doctor before consuming Armodafinil.
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