Armodafinil Medication Information

Discover comprehensive details about Armodafinil, including its pronunciation, uses, dosage instructions, indications, and guidelines on how and when to take it or avoid it.

The updated prescription information covers potential side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage recommendations.

Additionally, explore the Armodafinil brands available in India and internationally, along with pricing information. For personalized advice, consult your healthcare provider.

Generic Name : Armodafinil

Pronunciation : ar-moe-DAF-in-il

Therapeutic Classification : Stimulant

Brand Names or Trade Names of Armodafinil

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