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Evigil tablet 100 mg 20’s

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Evigil tablet contains Modafinil | belongs to Non-amphetamine wake promoter

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How it works

Evigil tablet 100 mg 20’s works by changing the amounts of certain natural substances in the area of the brain that controls sleep and wakefulness.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Evigil tablet 100 mg 20’s

  • Hypersensitivity severe
  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Fever and chills severe
  • Confusion severe
  • Trouble sleeping
  • Unusual bleeding or bruising severe
  • Chest pain severe
  • Black or Tarry stools severe
  • Difficulty in passing urine severe

Uses of Evigil tablet 100 mg 20’s

What is it prescribed for?

  • Narcolepsy

    This medicine promotes wakefulness in patients with excessive daytime sleepiness caused by narcolepsy, a condition in which there are irregularities in the sleep-wake cycle.

  • Obstructive Sleep Apnea/Hypopnea Syndrome (OSAHS)

    This medicine is used for patients with sleeping disorders like Obstructive Sleep Apnea, a condition where the breathing stops for a short period of time or the breathing is shallow, leading to a lack of sleep at night and daytime sleepiness.

  • Shift work sleep disorder

    This medicine is used to reduce excessive sleepiness in those who do not have a sleeping schedule due to the changes in the shifts of work.

Concerns

Frequently asked questions

  • Onset of action

    The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is 20 to 60 minutes.

  • Duration of Effect

    This medicine remains active in the body for an average duration of 5 to 10 hours after administration.

  • Safe with Alchohol?

    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

  • Is it habit forming?

    This medicine may be habit forming.

  • Usage in pregnancy?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

  • Usage while breast-feeding?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. If the medicine is used, close monitoring of the infant for any undesired effects is necessary. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding or to discontinue the drug based on your clinical condition.

When not to use?

  • Allergy

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to Evigil tablet 100 mg 20’s or its related compounds or any other components present with it.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
  • Pregnancy

    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

  • Breast-feeding

    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. If the medicine is used, close monitoring of the infant for any undesired effects is necessary. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding or to discontinue the drug based on your clinical condition.

General Warnings
  • Severe hepatic impairment

    The dose should be reduced to half of the normal dose in patients with severe hepatic impairment. A normal dose may cause severe side effects in such patients.

  • Dizziness

    This medicine may not completely cure the sleepiness caused by your disorder. This may cause drowsiness or dizziness. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness like driving a vehicle or operating machinery during treatment with this medicine.

  • Consumption of alcohol

    Do not consume alcohol during treatment with Evigil tablet 100 mg 20’s due to the increased risk of drowsiness, dizziness, and impaired judgment.

  • Grapefruit or grapefruit juice

    Consumption of grapefruit or grapefruit juice is not recommended during treatment with this medicine since the combination may decrease the effects of Evigil tablet 100 mg 20’s .

  • Sports

    It is advised that you do not indulge in sports during treatment with this medicine. Sportspersons should refer to the list published by World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) for medicines which should not be taken while participating in specific sports events.

Dosage

  • Missed Dose

    If a dose of Evigil tablet 100 mg 20’s is missed, take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. If it is almost time for the next dose, continue with the normal dosing schedule. Do not double your dose to make up for the forgotten dose. It is advised that you do not take this medicine if it is too late in a waking day since you may find it difficult to sleep at night.

  • Overdose

    Seek emergency medical treatment or contact a doctor immediately in case of an overdose.

Interactions

Interaction with Medicines
  • Clopidogrel severe
  • Deflazacort severe
  • Ranolazine severe
  • Fentanyl severe
  • Bosutinib severe
Disease interactions
  • severe

    Use of This medicine in patients with cardiac diseases like heart failure, severe hypertension, or heart rhythm disorders is contraindicated due to the increased risk of stroke, heart attack, or sudden loss of consciousness. It is advised to discuss with the doctor about all your medical conditions and current medicines before using this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe an alternative medicine based on your clinical condition.

  • severe

    Use of CNS stimulants like Evigil tablet 100 mg 20’s in patients with severe hypertension is contraindicated due to an increased risk of cardiovascular complications such as heart attack or arrhythmias. It is advised to discuss with the doctor all the potential risks and benefits before using this medicine. Regular monitoring of blood pressure is necessary during treatment with this medicine.

  • severe

    Use of this medicine in patients with moderate to severe liver disease is not recommended due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. This risk is especially higher in the elderly population. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative should be done under your doctor's supervision.

  • severe

    This medicine should be used with caution in patients with seizure disorders due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. If a seizure episode occurs, contact the doctor immediately and discontinue the medicine under your doctor's supervision. Your doctor may prescribe an alternative medicine based on your clinical condition.

  • moderate

    This medicine should be used with caution in patients with psychiatric disorders due to the increased risk of suicidal thinking, behavioral changes, and thought changes. The patients should be monitored closely for the emergence or worsening of the psychiatric symptoms. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.

General Instructions

Strictly follow all the instructions on the label and take Evigil tablet 100 mg 20’s only as directed. Do not take more than what is prescribed or share this medication with other people. It is advised that you should inform the doctor about all the medicines or herbal products that you are using and about all your medical conditions before taking this medicine. Do not use this medicine in place of getting a good sleep and follow all the doctor's instructions on good sleeping habits.

Other details

  • Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor
  • To be taken in morning only
  • May cause sleepiness

References

Additional Information:

what are the adverse effects of Evigil tablet 100 mg 20’s?

Nervousness, excitation, aggression, insomnia, personality disorders, anorexia, headache, CNS stimulation, euphoria, GI upset, dry mouth, palpitations, tachycardia, hypertension, tremor, pruritus, buccofacial dyskinesia. Increase in alkaline phosphatase.

What happens if I miss a dose of Evigil tablet 100 mg 20’s?

Adults: 200-400 mg daily in two divided doses In the morning and at noon, or as a single dose in the morning. Elderly: Initially 100 mg daily: max 400 mg daily In absence of renal or hepatic impairment.
Children: Not recommended.

One of the following licensed pharmacy from the nearest location will deliver Evigil tablet 100 mg 20’s. The details of the licensed pharmacy shall be shared once you request the drugs and the respective pharmacy accepts your request based on valid prescription and availability.

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4 reviews for Evigil tablet 100 mg 20’s

  1. Anonymous

    submitted 5 stars.

  2. fareed Iftikhar

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