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Composition :

ARMODAFINIL-150MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Emcure Pharma Ltd (Renal Care)

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after :

Apr-24
Not for online sale

Therapeutic Class

CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM STIMULANTS

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

255/2, Hinjawadi, Pune - 411057, India
Other Info - ARM0061

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FAQs

Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's consists of Armodafinil. It works by stimulating the brain and alters certain chemical messengers involved in the sleep mechanism. Thus, it induces wakefulness and decreases extreme sleepiness.
Yes, Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's can make you feel dizzy. Dizziness usually occurs when you stand up suddenly from a lying or sitting position. Try rising slowly when you change your posture to prevent dizziness. If the side effect persists longer, please seek medical help.
Do not suddenly stop Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's to avoid unpleasant side effects and sudden withdrawal symptoms. It should be strictly used as advised by your doctor to avoid the disease's recurrence or worsening.
Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's should be used with caution in cases of any allergic reactions, liver or kidney diseases, heart problems (enlarged heart, a mitral valve problem, chest pain, heart attack, irregular heartbeat), high blood pressure, mood problems (depression, mania, psychosis), and personal or family history of drug/alcohol abuse. Inform your doctor know if you have any other medical concerns before starting Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's.
Do not suddenly stop taking Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's to avoid any withdrawal symptoms. Withdrawal symptoms are more likely to occur if you use Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's for a longer period or higher doses. If you experience any withdrawal symptoms like shaking, sweating, chills, nausea, vomiting, and confusion, please consult your doctor immediately.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

It is advised to avoid alcohol intake since alcohol consumption with Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's may increase the adverse effects, such as dizziness and headache.

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Pregnancy

Caution

It is not known how Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's affects pregnancy. You are advised to get a pregnancy test done before starting Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's. You should get a negative pregnancy test for sure before using Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's. Also, please use reliable forms of birth control like condoms or diaphragm with spermicide if you are undergoing treatment with Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's to prevent pregnancy.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is not known if Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's is excreted into breast milk. Please consult your doctor for more information before taking Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's if you are a nursing mother.

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Driving

Unsafe

Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's may cause side effects like dizziness affecting your ability to concentrate and drive. Hence, it is recommended not to drive or operate machinery until you are mentally alert and focused.

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Liver

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases before taking Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's. Your dosage will be adjusted accordingly.

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Kidney

Caution

Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's should be used with caution in cases of renal impairment. It is advised to seek medical advice before starting Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's if you have any kidney problems.

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Children

Unsafe

Safety and effectiveness of Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's have not been established in patients below 18 years of age.

About Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's

Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's belongs to the class of ‘eugeroics or wakefulness-promoting agents’, primarily used to treat excessive sleepiness in obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA), narcolepsy, and shift work sleep disorder (SWD). Obstructive sleep apnoea is a sleep disorder characterized by frequent pauses in breathing during sleep. Narcolepsy is a chronic sleep disorder that causes extreme daytime drowsiness. Shift work sleep disorder is a condition that causes trouble sleeping or excessive sleepiness due to uncommon working schedules like graveyard shifts, early morning shifts, or rotational shifts.

Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's contains ‘Armodafinil,’ which belongs to the class of ‘central nervous system (CNS) stimulants’. It works by stimulating the brain to increase the physical and mental processes of the body. Armodafinil alters the amounts of certain chemical messengers that are involved in the sleep mechanism. Thereby, it promotes energy and alertness by decreasing excessive drowsiness.

Take Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's as prescribed by your doctor. In some cases, Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's can cause side effects like headache, dizziness, nausea, sleeping problem (insomnia), dry mouth, and nervousness. These side effects are not common in everyone and vary individually. If you notice any side effects that are not manageable, please consult your doctor.

Please inform your doctor if you have any allergic reactions to Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's or any other medicines before starting Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's. Inform your doctor if you have high blood pressure, heart, kidney, liver problems, mental illness, alcoholism, or drug use. It is advised to consult a doctor if you are a pregnant or breastfeeding mother before starting Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's. Do not consume alcohol with Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's to avoid any unwanted effects. Do not drive or operate machinery if you experience dizziness while using Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's. Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's is not recommended in patients younger than 18 years of age. 

Uses of Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's

Obstructive sleep apnoea, narcolepsy, and shift work sleep disorder.

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Medicinal Benefits

Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's contains ‘Armodafinil,’ a wakefulness-promoting agent that treats excessive drowsiness in conditions like obstructive sleep apnoea, narcolepsy, and shift work sleep disorder. It works as a CNS stimulant and alters the amounts of certain chemical messengers that are involved in the sleep mechanism. Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's stimulates the brain to improve the physical and mental functioning of the body. Thus, Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's promotes wakefulness and mental alertness by reducing extreme sleepiness and lack of concentration. Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's does not completely cure these sleep disorders.

Directions for Use

Tablet: Swallow tablet form of Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's as a whole with a glass of water. You can take Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's with or without food at regular intervals, as prescribed by the doctor. Do not crush, chew or break it.

Side Effects of Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's

  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Nausea
  • Sleeping problem (insomnia)
  • Dry mouth
  • Nervousness 
  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Hallucinations
  • Euphoria
  • Extreme increase in activity and talking
  • Anorexia
  • Tremor
  • Thirst
  • Rash
  • Suicidal thoughts
  • Aggression

Drug Warnings

Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's may be habit-forming, hence do not exceed the course prescribed by your doctor. Also, do not share this medicine with anyone who has a history of drug abuse and alcoholism. Do not suddenly stop taking Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's to avoid any withdrawal symptoms. If you have any allergic reactions to Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's or other medicines, please inform your doctor beforehand. Brief your medical history to doctor if you have liver or kidney diseases, heart problems (enlarged heart, a mitral valve problem, chest pain, heart attack, irregular heartbeat), high blood pressure, mood problems (depression, mania, psychosis), and a personal or family history of drug/alcohol abuse before starting Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's. Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's should be used with caution in pregnancy and breastfeeding only with medical advice. Also, please use reliable forms of birth control to avoid pregnancy during the course. Do not drive or operate machinery since Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's may cause side effects like dizziness and headache, affecting your ability to concentrate and drive. Avoid consumption of alcohol with Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's as it may increase the dizziness. Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's is not recommended in patients younger than 18 years of age.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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ArmodafinilRanolazine
Critical
ArmodafinilMethadone
Severe

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ArmodafinilRanolazine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's:
When Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's is taken with Ranolazine, the metabolism of Ranolazine can be increased when combined with Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ranolazine with Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's is not recommended as it can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ArmodafinilMethadone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's:
Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's may reduce the blood levels of methadone, which may reduce the effect of methadone and coadministration of both medicines may cause unpleasant withdrawal symptoms.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's with methadone together can result in an interaction, they can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience watery eyes, runny nose, sneezing, yawning, excessive sweating, goose bumps, fever, chills, flushing, restlessness, irritability, anxiety, depression, pupil dilation, tremor, rapid heartbeat, body aches, involuntary twitching and kicking, abdominal cramping, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and weight loss, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
ArmodafinilFentanyl
Severe
How does the drug interact with Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's:
Taking fentanyl and Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's may decreases fentanyl levels in the blood, which may decrease the effectiveness of fentanyl.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's and fentanyl together can result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience watery eyes, runny nose, fever, body aches, abdominal cramping, vomiting, or diarrhea. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
ArmodafinilCitalopram
Severe
How does the drug interact with Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's:
Coadministration of Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's with Citalopram may increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's with citalopram together can result in an interaction, they can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience abrupt dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or rapid or pounding heartbeats, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
ArmodafinilEsketamine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's:
Coadministration of Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's with Esketamine may increase the risk of high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's with esketamine together can result in an interaction, they can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
ArmodafinilOxycodone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's:
Taking Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's with Oxycodone may reduce the blood levels of oxycodone, which may make the medication less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's with Oxycodone together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you have any of these symptoms like pain, watery eyes, runny nose, sneezing, yawning, sweating, fever, chills, restlessness, irritability, anxiety, depression, dilated pupils, trembling, fast heartbeat, twitching, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, weight loss, contact a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
ArmodafinilSonidegib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's:
Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's may reduce the blood levels sonidegib which may reduce the effect of sonidegib.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's and sonidegib, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience any problems while taking these medications, please contact your doctor.
ArmodafinilAxitinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's:
Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's may reduce the blood levels of axitinib, which may reduce the effect of axitinib.

How to manage the interaction:
If you are supposed to take Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's and Axitinib together, your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor you more frequently to safely use both medications. If your symptoms worsen or your condition changes, contact your doctor.
ArmodafinilOlaparib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's:
Taking Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's and Olaparib may reduce the blood levels of Olaparib, which may reduce the effect of Olaparib.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's and Olaparib, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. Contact a doctor if your symptoms do not improve. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
ArmodafinilButorphanol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's:
Taking Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's with Butorphanol may reduce the blood levels of butorphanol, which may make the medication less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's and Butorphanol together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. However, If you experience any of these symptoms like pain, watery eyes, runny nose, sneezing, yawning, sweating, fever, chills, restlessness, irritability, anxiety, depression, dilated pupils, trembling, fast heartbeat, twitching, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, weight loss, contact a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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ARMODAFINIL-150MGGrapefruit and Grapefruit Juice
Moderate

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ARMODAFINIL-150MGGrapefruit and Grapefruit Juice
Moderate
Common Foods to Avoid:
Grapefruit Juice

How to manage the interaction:
Consumption of grapefruit products along with Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's can partly metabolize Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's. Avoid consumption of grapefruit products during treatment with Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's.

Drug-Diseases Interactions

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ARMODAFINIL-150MGComplications and ill-defined descriptions of heart disease
Moderate
ARMODAFINIL-150MGOther diseases of liver
Moderate

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ARMODAFINIL-150MGComplications and ill-defined descriptions of heart disease
Moderate
How does the disease interact with Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's:
Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's may induce ECG abnormalities, chest discomfort, or arrhythmia. Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's should be taken with caution by patients with cardiovascular problems. Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's should not be administered in patients with a history of left ventricular hypertrophy or in patients with mitral valve prolapse who have experienced the mitral valve prolapse syndrome while previously receiving CNS stimulants. It is recommended to monitor heart rate and blood pressure during treatment with Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's. Caution should be maintained while providing Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's to patients with known cardiovascular disease.

How to manage the interaction:
Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's may cause ECG changes, chest pain, or arrhythmia (irregular heartbeat). Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's should be used with caution in patients with known cardiovascular disease.
ARMODAFINIL-150MGOther diseases of liver
Moderate
How does the disease interact with Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's:
In research to examine the pharmacokinetics and metabolism of Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's in patients with cirrhosis, the oral clearance of Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's was decreased by nearly 60%, and the steady-state concentration was doubled compared to healthy patients. The dosage of Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's should be lowered in patients with severe hepatic impairment. Close monitoring is recommended.

How to manage the interaction:
Dose adjustment may be required in patients with severe liver impairment. Close monitoring is recommended.
ARMODAFINIL-150MGMental disorder, not otherwise specified
Moderate
How does the disease interact with Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's:
Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's may produce adverse psychiatric effects. Caution should be exercised while using this drug in patients with a history of psychosis, depression, or mania. If psychiatric symptoms emerge in connection with Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's administration, consider terminating Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's. Close monitoring of mental symptoms is recommended.

How to manage the interaction:
Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's may cause adverse psychiatric reactions. It should be used with caution in patients with a history of psychosis, depression, or mania. If psychiatric symptoms develop while using Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's, contact your doctor immediately.
ARMODAFINIL-150MGBipolar affective disorder
Moderate
How does the disease interact with Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's:
Central nervous system (CNS) stimulants may induce a mixed/manic episode in patients with bipolar disorder. Prior to initiating treatment, screen patients for risk factors for developing a manic episode (e.g., comorbid or history of depressive symptoms or a family history of suicide, bipolar disorder, and depression). Close monitoring is recommended when using these agents in patients with bipolar disorders.

How to manage the interaction:
Close monitoring is recommended while using Amodafinil in patients with bipolar disorders.
ARMODAFINIL-150MGInduced delusional disorder
Moderate
How does the disease interact with Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's:
Central nervous system (CNS) stimulants may increase symptoms of behaviour disturbance and mental disorder in people with a preexisting psychotic condition. Close monitoring is needed while administering these medicines to patients with psychotic illnesses.

How to manage the interaction:
Close monitoring is recommended while using Amodafinil in patients with psychotic disorders.
ARMODAFINIL-150MGSpecial screening examination for other diseases and disorders
Moderate
How does the disease interact with Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's:
Patients with extreme sleepiness, including those using Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's, should be routinely appraised for their degree of sleepiness and, if necessary, advised to avoid driving or any other potentially harmful activity. Patients should refrain from drinking alcohol while taking Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's, as any drug affecting the central nervous system (CNS) may change judgement, reasoning, or motor skills.

How to manage the interaction:
Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Armod 150 mg Tablet 10's, as any drug affecting the central nervous system (CNS) may alter judgment, thinking or motor skills. Also, if you feel excessive sleepiness, avoid driving or any other potentially dangerous activity.

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Special Advise

  • Keep a check on your daily blood pressure, and if you notice any fluctuations, please consult a doctor.
  • Your dietician may prescribe you a suitable exercise program and diet to manage your extra weight.
  • Your doctor may also suggest mandibular advancement devices (MADs) like continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machines prevent loud snoring and frequent pauses in breathing during sleep apnoea.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat natural and healthy foods by cutting down on high on sodium processed foods.
  • Exercising regularly can increase your energy levels and treat sleep apnoea
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol intake.
  • Overweight can cause sleep apnea, hence it is advised to shred those extra kilos.
  • Altering your sleep positions can reduce apnoea’s symptoms and improves your sleep.
  • Humidifiers with essential oils like lavender and eucalyptus oils on your bedside can reduce sleep disturbances and improve quality sleep.
  • Elevate your bed on the head side by four to six inches, or you can also use cervical or foam wedge pillows.
  • Avoid heavy meals and caffeine consumption at least two hours before going to bed.

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