Sleeping Disorders plaguing the society
Life in the 21st century is hectic. We are in the middle of a rat-race trying to run as far as possible. Living in a modern apartment, buying a luxurious car, sending our children to prestigious institutes have become our mantra. But amidst all these jam-packed schedules, we hardly get time to take rest. Without proper rest, our body feels threatened and there’s an imbalance in our lifestyle.
Sleep disorder is a common resultant of such a stressful lifestyle. Nothing in life can motivate you to work towards your goals if you haven’t had sufficient sleep for a decent amount of time. It becomes next to impossible to carry out your daily routine without concentration. Hence, the need arises for smart medications that can provide instant solution to your sleep related problems. One such smart drug is Armodafinil, which is used to promote wakefulness in people suffering from narcolepsy, sleep apnea and shift work disorders.
Narcolepsy is one of the most prominently known sleeping disorders that plague the people today, Often it is characterized by excessive sleepiness, sleep paralysis, hallucinations and in some cases episodes of Cataplexy (Partial loss of muscle control often triggering by a strong emotion such as laughter. Narcolepsy however is not deadly by itself. Imagine you are crossing the road, and if Narcolepsy hits you then it may result in a mishap. A core reason for a person suffering from Narcolepsy is the deficiency of Orexin. Orexin is one of the many hormones and neurotransmitter that is increased by the consumption of us drug. Let us see more about Armodafinil.
What is Armodafinil?
In simple words, Armodafinil is a purified version of Modafinil. Where Modafinil consisted of the R and S isomers in the ratio of 1:1, Armodafinil consists of only the R isomer. It is an FDA approved drug that regulates our sleep and wake cycle.
Armodafinil works by increasing the amount of dopamine, a neurotransmitter, in the brain and reducing its infusion in the nerves, hence allowing our brain to stay alert. It gives an instant kick to our cognitive function.
However, it is to be noted that Armodafinil is just a wake promoting agent and cannot be assumed to treat the underlying causes.
Dosing Instruction
Basically, Armodafinil effective dose is considered to be half that of Modafinil. However, it does not correlate to any improvement in strength and performance. Both are effective in different cases.
The recommended dose for Armodafinil is 150mg per day
It can be taken early in the morning or early in the afternoon as per your requirement
For people suffering from narcolepsy and sleep apnea, it is recommended to take this smart drug early in the morning
For people with shift work disorders, it is to be taken 1 hour prior to their shift work
Do not take two pills at the same time just because you missed a previous dose
Possible side effects
If you have any of the following side effects, stop using the drug and consult your doctor immediately-
Sore throat
Headache
Fever
Vomiting
Mouth sores
Upset stomach
Chest pain
Easy bruising and bleeding
Important Information
Armodafinil can have interaction with other drugs. Therefore, it is important that you inform your doctor about any current medication you are taking.
Also, inform your doctor about any medical history you might have. For instance, if you have had any cardiovascular or liver/ kidney related problems in the recent past, it is advisable to inform your doctor about the same.
Read the drug information and its constituents properly before taking the drug. If you are allergic to Armodafinil or Modafinil, inform your doctor immediately.
Try to avoid alcohol or at least limit its intake as it might have severe reactions.
Armodafinil is not recommended for children and young adults below the age of 16 years.
The benefits of taking Armodafinil are that it not just enhances your cognitive function but at the same time, it allows you to give an excellent performance both at work and at home. It is a great mood enhancer and can be even used to treat depression. However, Armodafinil effects will vary from person to person depending on their cognitive response to the drug. Use the med carefully to counter the effects of Narcolepsy ad likewise sleeping disorders.