Armodafinil Medication Information

Get detailed information on Armodafinil, including pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and instructions on how and when to take it and when to avoid it.

The updated prescription information on Armodafinil provides an overview of possible side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage tips.

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Generic Name : Armodafinil

Pronunciation : ar-moe-DAF-in-il

Therapeutic Classification : Stimulant

Trade Names/Brand Names of Armodafinil

Waklert (150 mg) | Armod (150 mg) | Biryth (150 mg) | Waklert (50 mg) | Armod (50 mg)

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International :

Nuvigil

Why is Armodafinil Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a stimulant, prescribed for excessive sleepiness caused by obstructive sleep apnea, narcolepsy (a condition that causes excessive daytime sleepiness) or shift work sleep disorder.

When should Armodafinil not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Armodafinil?

OSA/Nacrolepsy- Oral- The recommended dose is 150 mg or 250 mg given as a single dose in the morning.
Shift Work Disorder (SWD)- The recommended dose is 150 mg given daily approximately 1 hour prior to the start of their work shift.

How should Armodafinil be taken?

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, once a day as directed by your physician.

What are the warnings and precautions for Armodafinil?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of heart diseases, smoking, alcohol abuse, high blood pressure, depression, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, children, during pregnancy and lactation.

• It may affect thinking ability and may not completely relieve sleepiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

• Avoid alcohol consumption.

What are the side effects of Armodafinil?

Heart- Palpitations and fast heart rate.
Gastrointestinal - Nausea, diarrhea, dry mouth, indigestion, abdominal pain, constipation, vomiting and loose stools.
General - Fatigue, thirst, influenza-like illness, pain and fever.
Blood and Lymph - Seasonal allergy.
Metabolic - Loss of appetite.
Central Nervous System - Headache, dizziness, disturbance in attention, tremor, tingling, sleeplessness, anxiety, depression, agitation and nervousness.
Genitourinary - Increased urination.
Respiratory - Difficulty in breathing.
Skin - Rash, inflammation and excessive sweating.