MODAFINIL

Overview

MODAFINIL is a Schedule H drug.
Modafinil is a medication that promotes wakefulness.Modafinil modulates the levels of chemical messengers in the brain and exerts a stimulant effect to reduce extreme sleepiness.This medication does not cure these sleep disorders and may not get rid of all your sleepiness.Modafinil does not take the place of getting enough sleep.

Usage

MODAFINIL is generally used to treat: Narcolepsy, Sleep Apnea, Obstructive Sleep Apnea
MODAFINIL can address symptoms like: Drowsiness

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

• Take the drug about 1 hour before you need to be fully alert.
• Limit intake of caeffine.
• Do not stop the drug suddenly as you can get withdrawl symptoms.
• Do not drink alcohol whil taking this drug.Do not give modafinil to children below 18 years of age.
• Do not take the medicine if you are allergic to it or to any other content (e.g. lactose) in the medicine.
• Do not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking modafinil as it may cause dizziness or blurred vision.
• Inform your doctor before taking the medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant or breast-feeding a baby.
• Follow all directions on your prescription label.
• Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
• Modafinil may be habit-forming. Never share modafinil with another person, especially someone with a history of drug abuse or addiction.
• Modafinil is usually taken each morning to prevent daytime sleepiness, or 1 hour before the start of a work shift to treat work-time sleep disorders.You may take modafinil with or without food.
• Modafinil is usually given for 12 weeks or less.
• Taking modafinil does not take the place of getting enough sleep.
• Avoid taking the medicine if you do not plan to be awake for several hours. Skip the missed dose if it is almost bedtime.
• Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
• Avoid other dangerous activities until you know how modafinil will affect your level of wakefulness.

Symptoms of Overdosage

MODAFINIL over-dosage can result in: Hallucinations, Restless Or Irritability, Irregular Heartbeat, Confusion, Chest Pain

Common Side-Effects

MODAFINIL : Indigestion, Heartburn, Anxiety, Depression, Diarrhoea, Back Pain, Belching, Chest Pain, Eyes Blurred Vision, Black (tar) Colored Stools, Chills, Confusion, Dizziness, Increased Thirst, Mood Swings, Throat Soreness, Shortness Of Breath, Difficulty Urinating, Fatigue (tiredness), Head Headache, Nausea, Nervousness, Runny Nose, Vomit

Serious Side-Effects

MODAFINIL : Irregular Heartbeat, Agitation, Hallucinations

Rare Side-Effects

MODAFINIL : Swollen Lymph Nodes, Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Difficulty Breathing, Face Swelling, Fever, Dizziness

Disease Interactions

MODAFINIL can interfere with: Hyperthyroidism, Pheochromocytoma, Hypertension, Acute Liver Failure, Seizure, Psychosis, Depression, Acute Renal Failure

Technical Classification

MODAFINIL is categorized as: CNS STIMULANTS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with MODAFINIL as Ingredient

MODAFIL 100MG TAB MD	MODAFINIL 100.0 MG
MODAFIL 100MG TAB	MODAFINIL 100.0 MG
MODAFIL 200MG TAB MD	MODAFINIL 200.0 MG
MODAFIL 200MG TAB	MODAFINIL 200.0 MG
MODALERT 100MG TAB	MODAFINIL 100.0 MG
MODALERT 200MG TAB	MODAFINIL 200 MG
MODALERT TAB	MODAFINIL 100 MG
MODATEC 100MG TAB	MODAFINIL 100.0 MG
MODATEC 200MG TAB	MODAFINIL 200.0 MG
MODFIL 100MG TAB	MODAFINIL 100.0 MG
PROVAKE 100MG TAB	MODAFINIL 100.0 MG
PROVAKE 200MG TAB	MODAFINIL 200.0 MG
WELLMOD 100MG TAB	MODAFINIL 100.0 MG