Waklert 150 mg Tablet

Composition of Waklert 150 mg Tablet

Waklert 150 mg Tablet contains Armodafinil 150 mg. It belongs to the Eugeroic (wakefulness-promoting agent; dopamine reuptake inhibitor activity) class of medicines.

Uses of Waklert 150 mg Tablet

• Treatment of excessive daytime sleepiness associated with narcolepsy
• obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) (as adjunct to CPAP/primary therapy)
• and shift work sleep disorder (SWSD).

Key benefits

• Promotes wakefulness and alertness
• Reduces excessive daytime sleepiness
• Improves functioning in narcolepsy/OSA-related sleepiness
• Helps stay awake during shift work sleep disorder

How Waklert 150 mg Tablet works

Armodafinil is a wakefulness-promoting agent that increases alertness by modulating neurotransmitters in the brain (including dopamine pathways via dopamine transporter inhibition) and other arousal systems. It helps reduce excessive sleepiness without being a traditional amphetamine stimulant.

How to take Waklert 150 mg Tablet

Take exactly as prescribed. For narcolepsy/OSA: usually taken once daily in the morning. For SWSD: usually taken about 1 hour before the start of the work shift. Can be taken with or without food; swallow tablet whole with water. Avoid taking late in the day unless directed, as it may cause insomnia.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause deep drowsiness, confusion and fits. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Waklert 150 mg Tablet

Most side effects of Waklert are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Headache
• nausea
• dizziness
• insomnia
• anxiety
• dry mouth
• decreased appetite
• diarrhea
• palpitations

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Waklert 150 mg Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Prescription-only wakefulness agent. May cause serious rash or hypersensitivity reactions (stop and seek medical help if rash, fever, mouth sores, swelling, breathing trouble). Can cause psychiatric symptoms (anxiety, agitation, hallucinations, suicidal thoughts) especially in those with mental illness—use with caution. May increase blood pressure/heart rate—caution in hypertension, heart disease, arrhythmias. May impair ability to drive/operate machinery until effects are known. Not a substitute for adequate sleep; OSA patients should continue CPAP/primary therapy. Potential for misuse/dependence—use only under medical supervision. Dose adjustment may be needed in severe liver impairment; caution in elderly.

Do not take Waklert if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack.

Interactions with other medicines

Hormonal contraceptives (reduced effectiveness—use alternative contraception during and for ~1 month after stopping), CYP3A4 substrates (may reduce levels e.g., midazolam, some antiretrovirals), CYP2C19 substrates (may increase levels e.g., diazepam, phenytoin, omeprazole), warfarin (monitor INR), anticonvulsants (phenytoin, carbamazepine), sedatives/alcohol (additive CNS effects), MAO inhibitors (use with caution)

How to store Waklert 150 mg Tablet

Store below 25°C in a dry place. Protect from moisture and direct light. Keep out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Waklert 150 mg Tablet

Take it at the same time each day and do not miss doses. Keep your review appointments so the dose can be adjusted.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

SUN PHARMA

Therapeutic class:

CNS stimulant / Wakefulness-promoting agent

Drug class:

Eugeroic (wakefulness-promoting agent; dopamine reuptake inhibitor activity)