Active Drug Information

Waklert (armodafinil) is a racemic compound and has wakefulness-promoting effects. It has a molecular formula C15H15NO2Swith a molecular weight 273.35. This nootropic agent comes in a white, crystalline powder, which is soluble in acetone, methanol, and water. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved this drug for the treatment of narcolepsy, OSA, and shift work disorder, and improve mental performance in June 2007. The drug is also helpful at boosting mental performance and cognitive abilities.

Mechanism of Action

The action mechanism of Waklert when it comes to treating narcolepsy, shift work sleep disorder, and OSA, and improving cognitive function is unknown. However, it is believed that the drug works by enhancing the production of a brain chemical (neurotransmitter) known as dopamine. Dopamine functions by communicating and connecting nerves. By enhancing the secretion of this brain chemical, Waklert improves psychological performance and cognitive function.

Dosing Instructions

• For proper dosage and directions, you must check with your prescribing doctor. Do not self-medicate.
• The ideal dose of Waklert is 200 mg, once daily. The dose should not be exceeded by more than 400 mgdaily.
• People who are using this nootropic drug for narcolepsy or OSA should take it once in the morning.
• People who are using Waklert smart drug for shift work sleep disorder should take it at least an hour before the work schedule starts.
• You can take the pill with or without meal, preferably with water so that the drug is absorbed completely.
• One should use this smart regularly to notice an improvement. Irregular use would not yield the expected results.

Storage and Disposal

• You should keep Waklert tablet away from kids, teens, and pets. Keep the medicine at room temperature, preferably away from moisture, heat, or sunlight.
• Store this nootropic in a secure place so that nobody uses it intentionally or unintentionally. You can keep a track of how many pills you are taking.
• Waklert tablets that are no longer used by you or have crossed their expiry date should be discarded carefully and more importantly, ensure they are not used by children.
• Talk to your doctor about a medicine take-back program, the best way to dispose your outdated medication.

Precautions and Warnings

• Before taking Waklert, you should inform your doctor whether you have or have had any drug allergy, especially modafinil or armodafinil.
• You must tell your doctor about the medication you have been using, be it a prescription drug, a nonprescription drug, a multivitamin, a supplement, or a natural product before using this medicine.
• Before taking this smart drug, tell your doctor whether you drink large amounts of alcoholic beverages or take any stimulants or drugs.
• Prior to starting the treatment, tell your doctor if you have or have had medical problems related tothe heart, kidney, liver, brain, or blood.
• More importantly, get medical attention if you are found to be pregnant while undergoing treatment with this smart drug.
• Waklert may slightly impair your thinking or judgment. So, do not drive, ride, or operate a machine while taking this cognition-enhancing drug.

Drug Interactions

• Cyclosporine
• Hormonal contraceptives
• Theophylline
• Propranolol (Inderal)
• Warfarin (Coumadin)
• Phenytoin (Dilantin)
• Diazepam (Valium)

Contraindications

People who have the below-mentioned medical conditions are strictly prohibited from using Waklertpills:

• mental or mood disorder
• suicidal tendencies
• depression or bipolar disorder
• uncontrolled hypertension
• severe kidney/liver dysfunction
• pregnancy
• breastfeeding
• armodafinil allergy

Common Side Effects

• Difficulty sleeping
• Nausea
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Nervousness

If any of these side effects occur or aggravate, get immediate medical attention. Most people who take this nootropic agent do not experience serious side effects, provided taken as recommended or not overdosed.