Modvigil 200 mg

Modvigil 200 Mg is a medicine used to promote wakefulness and alertness in patients suffering from excessive daytime sleepiness. It is used by people who do not want sleep to distract them from working and need to stay alert for longer hours. Patients suffering from Narcolepsy, Shift Work Sleep Disorder, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, and ADHD uses Modvigil 200 Mg for treatment. The medicine helps to stay awake for around 8-10 hours after its intake. It contains Modafinil as its active ingredient, which stimulates the chemicals in the brain that are involved in sleep and promotes wakefulness. It allows the person to stay awake and work without feeling fatigued, sleepy, and distracted. 

How It Works

Modafinil is the active ingredient present in Modvigil 200 Mg. It begins working by increasing the dopamine and norepinephrine in the brain. It reduces the reuptake of dopamine in the nerves. The increased amount of dopamine results in increased focus and alertness, making you stay awake for longer hours. The medicine works for around 8-10 hours.

Benefits

Modvigil 200 Mg is used to treat: 

• Narcolepsy – A neurological disorder that affects wake and sleep ability. 
• Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) – A respiratory disorder that makes it difficult to breathe while sleeping. 
• Shift work disorder (SWD)  
• Brain Fog 
• Fatigue 

 How To Take

Consume Modvigil 200 Mg orally with the help of water. Do not break, chew, or cut the medicine into pieces. You can either use the medicine every day or you can use it only when needed. Consult your doctor for the best direction to use this medicine. 

Side Effects

Although most of the side effects due to Modvigil 200 Mg do not require any special medical attention, seek help immediately if they do not go with time or you experience severe side effects. The common side effects of this medicine include:

• Headaches
• Upper respiratory tract infection
• Nausea
• Nervousness
• Anxiety
• Insomnia
• Dizziness
• Stomach discomfort
• Dry mouth
• Chest pain

Dosage

Available dosages of Modvigil 200mg are:

• Modvigil 100 Mg

If you have no experience consuming this medicine before, we recommend starting with a low dose and then increasing it slowly until you find the dose that works for you the best. For the best instructions, please visit your doctor.

In case of a missed dose: If you are using this medicine regularly and have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember it. But, if the timing for the next dose is near, skip the missed dose and take the next one. Do not take two doses at the same time because that can lead to overdosing.

In case of an overdose: If you have an overdose on Modvigil 200 Mg, it can lead to various side effects. Seek medical help immediately in case of an overdose.

Drug Interactions

Interaction of Modvigil 200 Mg with any of the following drugs can increase the chances of side effects. Their interactions affect the way Modvigil 200 Mg works on your body. Please consult your doctor before using the medicine with any of the following drugs or medicines:

•  Clopidogrel
• Cyclosporine
• Theophylline
• Deflazacort
• Ranolazine
• Fentanyl
• Warfarin
• Hormonal contraceptives
• Carbamazepine
• Ketoconazole
• Bosutinib
• Rifampin

Interaction with Alcohol: Consult your doctor before using Modvigil 200 Mg with Alcohol. The consumption of alcohol with this medicine is likely to increase the chances of experiencing side effects for you. 

Things To Take Care Of

Please take care of the following things to make sure you have a safe experience using Modvigil 200 Mg:

• Do not consume the medicine with any of the drugs listed above. 
• Do not forget to consult with your doctor before you use this medicine for the best directions. 
• Do not consume this medicine if you are pregnant. 
• Let your doctor know about all the other drugs and medicines you are using before using Modvigil 200 Mg. 
•  Make sure you are not allergic to the ingredient used in this medicine. 
• Make sure you are not suffering from any health conditions that may get worse after the use of this medicine. 

Modvigil 200mg Substitutes

The substitutes for Modvigil 200 Mg that you can use are:  

• Modvigil 100 Mg Tablets 
• Waklert 150 Mg
• Modalert 200 Mg Tablets 

Storage

Please keep these storage instructions in mind to make sure the medicine remains at its maximum potential:

• Store the medicine away from heat, moisture, and sunlight. 
• Keep the medicine away from the reach of pets and children. 
• Store the medicine in an airtight container after the pack is opened. 
• Do not consume the medicine after its expiry date

References

https://www.medicinenet.com/modafinil/article.htm#what_is_modafinil_and_how_does_it_work_mechanism_of_action

https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a602016.html

https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/medicine/27040