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Armoda150

OTC
Generic:
Armodafinil
Company:
ACI Limited
Dosage form:
Tablet
Pack size:
Box (10 Tablet)
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৳ 15/unit

Pack: ৳ 150

At a glance

Armodafinil is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of excessive daytime sleepiness (narcolepsy), obstructive sleep apnea, and shift work disorder. It improves wakefulness and helps you stay awake.

Indications
  • Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) - to improve wakefulness in adults
  • Narcolepsy - to improve wakefulness in adults
  • Shift work disorder (SWD) - to improve wakefulness in adults
Dosage

Adults:

  • Obstructive Sleep Apnea & Narcolepsy: 150-250 mg as a single dose in the morning
  • Shift Work Disorder: 150 mg as a single dose approximately 1 hour prior to the start of work shift

Elderly: Consider lower initial dose (elimination may be reduced due to aging)

Hepatic Impairment: Reduce dose in severe hepatic impairment

Renal Impairment: Safety and efficacy not established in severe renal impairment

Children: Safety and efficacy not established in patients <17 years

Side effects
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Nausea
  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
  • Excitation or agitation

Serious Rare:

  • Stevens-Johnson syndrome
  • Angioedema and anaphylactic reactions
  • Multi-organ hypersensitivity reactions
  • Psychiatric symptoms
  • Cardiovascular events
Precautions & warnings

Serious Precautions:

  • Patients should be cautioned about operating automobiles or hazardous machinery until reasonably certain that therapy will not adversely affect ability
  • Caution in patients with history of psychosis, depression or mania - consider discontinuation if psychiatric symptoms develop
  • Monitor heart rate and blood pressure - caution in cardiovascular disease
  • Do not use in uncontrolled moderate to severe hypertension or cardiac arrhythmias
  • May reduce effectiveness of contraceptive pills - use additional contraception methods
  • Inform doctor if you develop suicidal thoughts, mood changes, rash, itching, or breathing problems
  • Long-term use may have addiction/dependence potential
  • Do not stop suddenly without consulting your doctor
  • Not a replacement for a good sleep routine
Armodafinil — see the full informationPharmacology, precautions, pregnancy, overdose and the rest on the generic page
⚠️ This information is for educational purposes only — not a substitute for medical advice. Consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.