Modalert 200mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
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Description
Modalert 200 is part of a class of drugs known as narcolepsy medication. It's a drug for treating daytime sleeping issues. This tablet is a daytime sleep medication that helps you stay awake (narcole
psy). Moreover, it improves wakefulness and helps to stay awake by minimizing the tendency to fall asleep during the day and returning the sleep cycle to its natural form. Modalert 200 Tablets contain Modafinil (200mg) reduces extreme sleepiness by modulating the levels of chemical messengers in the nervous system and acts as a stimulant on the brain. This medication's side effects include headache, nausea, nervousness, anxiety, and insomnia. In addition, you may also have diarrhea, indigestion, backache, and coryza. However, these ill effects are transient and wane off on their own in some time. After administration, this medicine remains active in the body for an average of 5 to 10 hours.
Product Summary
| Offer Price | ₹343.20 |
| You Save | ₹46.80 (12% on MRP) |
| Contains | Modafinil(200.0 Mg) |
| Uses | Narcolepsy |
| Side effects | Headache, nausea, nervousness, anxiety, insomnia, diarrhea, indigestion, backache, and coryza. |
| Therapy | DRUGS FOR NARCOLEPSY |
Uses
- Narcolepsy (Uncontrollable daytime sleepiness)
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- Shift work sleep disorder
Contraindications
Modalert 200 mg tablet is contraindicated if you are allergic to Modafinil or any other ingredients in the Modalert 200 mg tablet.
If you are using antidepressants, antipsychotics, or antihypertensives this medication is contraindicated.
In individuals with significant hepatic disease, the dose should be lowered to half of the normal dose. In certain patients, a standard dosage could result in serious side effects.
If you are suffering from diabetes, heart diseases, and bleeding disorders, you should use Modalert 200 mg Tablet with caution.
It is not recommended that you participate in sports while taking this medication....
Side effects
- Headache
- Nausea
- Nervousness
- Anxiety
- Dizziness
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Indigestion
- Diarrhea
- Back pain
- Runny nose
- However, most of the side effects go away as the body adjusts to the medication. If they continue to persist, consult the doctor.
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Q:
Can I take Modalert 200 mg Tablets during pregnancy?
A:
The Modalert Tablet is contraindicated in pregnancy. The fetus may be harmed by the effects of Modalert 200 mg Tablet. As a result, it is not advised for use by pregnant women or women planning for pregnancy. For more information, talk to your obstetrician.
Breast Feeding
Q:
Can I take Modalert 200 mg Tablets while breastfeeding?
A:
Usage of Modalert 200 mg Tablet while breastfeeding is generally not a good idea. The medication may pass into breast milk and harm the newborn. In nursing women, Modalert 200 mg tablet has to be taken with caution. While using this drug, the doctor may tell you to discontinue nursing your baby.
Driving
Q:
Can I drive if I have taken Modalert 200 mg Tablets?
A:
Modalert 200mg Tablets may cause excessive drowsiness, therefore do not drive or operate heavy machinery while taking them. Patients who take modafinil experience excess sleepiness. Also, their wakefulness may not return to normal, making driving extremely dangerous.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol with the Modalert 200 mg Tablets?
A:
Due to the increased risk of side effects, it is suggested to avoid drinking alcohol while taking Modalert 200 mg Plus Tablets. Headache, nausea, nervousness, anxiety, insomnia, diarrhea, indigestion, backache, coryza, and other side effects might worsen when taken with alcohol.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- Abuse of drugs
- In individuals with a history of drug abuse, this treatment should be used with caution.
- In Children
- As it has not been clinically verified that this medicine is safe and effective for children under 18 years, it should not be used in children under this age.
- In elderly
- People over the age of 60 should use this drug with extreme caution due to the possibility of excessive drowsiness and shallow breathing.
- Other cautions
- It is not a substitute for a regular sleep schedule. Every night, try to get the recommended amount of sleep.
- Also, it may give you a headache. Consult your doctor if you have sudden mood swings or suicidal thoughts.
- Moreover, stop taking this drug and tell your doctor if you get a rash, itching, or breathing difficulty.
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
Modafinil is the active ingredient in Modalert 200 mg. It reduces extreme sleepiness by acting as a stimulant on the brain. The Modalert 200 Tablet reduces excessive tiredness by modulating the amounts of chemical messengers in the brain and exerting an alerting impact....
Directions for Use
- Follow the doctor's directions for this medication's dosage and duration.
- The Modalert 200 mg Tablet is an oral drug.
- The tablet is not chewable; it must not be crushed or broken in any way.
- Modalert 200 mg Tablet can be taken with or without food, although its effects are beneficial when taken at a fixed time every day.
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Clopidogrel
- Deflazacort
- Ranolazine
- Fentanyl
- Bosutinib
Interactions with food items
Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Modalert 200 mg Tablet because it may raise the chance of side effects.
Storage and disposal
Keep Modalert 200 mg Tablet in a firmly closed container out of reach of children.
It should be kept at room temperature, away from heat and moisture, and out of direct sunshine (not in the bathroom).
The pills not in use must be disposed of appropriately to prevent pets, children, and others from consuming them....
Dosage
Overdose
- Seek emergency medical treatment or contact a doctor in a suspected case of overdose.
Missed a Dose
The dose of Modalert 200 mg needs to be taken at a fixed time each day. In case you miss your scheduled dose, take it as soon as you recall. Set a reminder to follow the schedule.
If there has been a delay of more than 12 hours or it is time for the next dose, skip the missed one and continue with the regular dosage.
Taking two doses at once to make up for the missed one can lead to overdosing and is unsafe....
Content Details
WRITTEN BY
REVIEWED BY
Dr. Varsha Parihar
MBBS, MD (Community Medicine)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Is the Modalert 200 Tablet going to affect my sleep?
A: Modalert 200 Tablet is used to treat narcolepsy-related excessive drowsiness (a condition that causes excessive daytime sleepiness). Modalert 200 Tablet may help you feel less sleepy, but it won't resolve your sleep issue. Trouble falling asleep is one of the most common side effects of Modalert 200 Tablet, while it does not affect everyone. If you're having trouble sleeping, talk to a healthcare professional.
Q: Is Modalert 200 Tablet associated with diarrhea?
- Diarrhea and constipation are both common adverse effects of this medication. Abdominal pain, nausea, dry mouth, diarrhea, and indigestion are some typical gastrointestinal side effects.
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