Armodafinil Benefits & Uses

Armodafinil is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Sleep Apnea

Armodafinil Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Narcolepsy Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Narcolepsy Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Armodafinil Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Armodafinil is used -

Severe

Confusion

Moderate

Blurred vision
Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
Depression (Read More - From Meditation to Nutrition: Home Remedies for Easing Depression)
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Mild

Headache
Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
Dry Mouth
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Nausea or vomiting
Insomnia
पेट दर्द
Irritability
Dyspepsia
Diarrhoea

Armodafinil Related Warnings

Is the use of Armodafinil safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Armodafinil. It is best to stop taking Armodafinil immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Armodafinil safe during breastfeeding?

Armodafinil should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Armodafinil on the Kidneys?

Armodafinil rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Armodafinil on the Liver?

Armodafinil may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Armodafinil on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Armodafinil on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Armodafinil with Other Drugs

Armodafinil should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Clomipramine

Midazolam

Omeprazole

Mild

Ketoconazole

Erythromycin

Armodafinil Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Armodafinil unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Bipolar Disorder
Schizophrenia
Suicidal Tendency
Angioedema
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Armodafinil

Is this Armodafinil habit forming or addictive?

Yes, Armodafinil cause dependence in some cases. Talk to your doctor before taking it.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Armodafinil you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Armodafinil only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Armodafinil for mental disorders.

No

Armodafinil Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Armodafinil

It is safe to take Armodafinil with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Armodafinil

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Armodafinil with alcohol will be.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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