Modanil Tablets - Best Way To Treat Excessive Sleepiness

Working

It works by enhancing the amount of a chemical messenger known as 'dopamine' in the brain which controls the sleep-wake cycle of our body. It reduces the reuptake of dopamine into nerves. Dopamine is a chemical neurotransmitter that is used by nerves for communication purposes.

Dose

Usual Adult Dose for Narcolepsy:100 mg orally daily in the morning

Usual Adult Dose for Obstructive Sleep Apnea/Hypopnea Syndrome:100 mg orally daily in the morning

Usual Adult Dose for Shift Work Sleep Disorder:100 mg orally daily one hour prior to the start of the work shift

Side Effects

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Stop using Modanil and call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:

• fever, sore throat, headache, and vomiting with a severe blistering, peeling, and red skin rash
• bruising, severe tingling, numbness, pain, muscle weakness
• easy bruising or bleeding
• white patches or sores inside your mouth or on your lips
• hallucinations, unusual thoughts or behavior
• depression, anxiety, aggression
• chest pain, uneven heart beats

Less serious side effects may include:

• headache, dizziness
• feeling nervous or agitated
• nausea, diarrhea
• trouble sleeping
• dry mouth

Precautions

• You should not use this medication if you are allergic to Modanil or armodafinil (Nuvigil).
• if you have any of these other conditions, tell your doctor: angina (chest pain);cirrhosis or other liver problem;kidney disease;a heart muscle or valve disorder such as mitral valve prolapse;a history of drug addiction;if you take blood pressure medications; orif you have recently had a heart attack.
• Skin rashes serious enough to require hospitalization have occurred in people using a medicine similar to Modanil. These rashes usually occurred within 1 to 5 weeks after the first dose.

Warnings

• Modanilcannot be taken or consumed while pregnant
• Modanilcannotbe taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding

Faqs

Can Modanil be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?

In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.

It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.

What other drugs will affect Modanil?

Before using Modanil, tell your doctor if you are using any of the drugs. The other drugs may interact with Modanil. Tell your doctor about all medications you use. This includes prescription, over-the-counter, vitamin, and herbal products. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor.

Who should not take Modanil?

You should not use this medication if you are allergic to any kind of mediciations.

How should I take Modanil?

Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Modanil is usually given for 12 weeks or less. Follow the directions on your prescription label. Because this medication comes with patient instructions for safe and effective use.