Waklert 150mg Tablet 10'S

Introduction About WAKLERT 150MG TABLET

WAKLERT 150MG TABLET contains Armodafinil which belongs to the group of
medicines called Wakefulness-promoting agents. It is used to improve wakefulness
in adult patients with excessive sleepiness due to sleeping disorders such as
narcolepsy (uncontrollable daytime sleepiness) or shift work disorder (sleep
disorders in those who work out of regular shift time like 9am to 5am).

WAKLERT 150MG TABLET is also used in patients having obstructive sleep apnoea
(OSA). Obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) is a condition where there is a breathing
difficulty while sleeping due to obstruction in the nasal and throat passage.

WAKLERT 150MG TABLET should be taken with caution in patients having liver,
kidney or heart diseases, psychosis or have or had alcohol addiction. WAKLERT
150MG TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant and breastfeeding women.
Consult your doctor for advice.

WAKLERT 150MG TABLET is not recommended for use in children and adolescents
(under 18 years of age) and it should be used with caution in elderly patients.
Ask for your doctor’s advice before taking.

The common side effects of taking WAKLERT 150MG TABLET are headache, nausea
(feel sick), dizziness, difficulty in sleeping. Consult your doctor if the
symptom does not improve or worsen.

Uses Of WAKLERT 150MG TABLET

Improves wakefulness in adult patients who are sleepy due to sleep disorders
such as:

• Narcolepsy
• Obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA)
• Shift work disorder (SWD)

How WAKLERT 150MG TABLET Works

WAKLERT 150MG TABLET works as stimulants which provide long lasting mental
arousal. It inhibits the reuptake of a brain chemical called dopamine (supresses
sleep), increasing its concentration in the brain. This helps in improving
wakefulness in patients having sleeping disorders.

How to use WAKLERT 150MG TABLET

Take WAKLERT 150MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine
with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew. Your doctor will decide the correct
dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease
condition.

Side Effects Of WAKLERT 150MG TABLET

Common

• headache
• nausea (feel sick)
• dizziness
• difficulty in sleeping

Rare

Stop taking WAKLERT 150MG TABLET and contact your doctor immediately if you
experience any of the following side effects:

• serious allergic reaction such as skin rash, sores in mouth, hives or blistering and peeling of skin, swelling of eyes, face, lips, throat or tongue, legs, trouble swallowing, fever, shortness of breath, yellowing of the skin or whites of the eyes or dark urine
• psychiatric or mental symptoms includes depression, anxious feeling, hallucinations (seeing, hearing, sensing or feeling things that are not actually there), an extreme increased activity and talking (m
• signs of heart problem, including abnormal heartbeat, chest pain and breathing difficulties

How To Manage Side Effects

Nausea:

Take this medicine with or just after meals. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating
oil rich or spicy foods. Discuss with your doctor if the symptom doesn’t
improve.

Dizziness:

Lie or sit down immediately when you feel dizzy. If you're feeling severe
episode of spinning(vertigo), lie in a dark and quite place with eyes closed.
Try to avoid vehicle driving. Discuss with your doctor if the symptom doesn’t
improve.

Headache:

Try to take rest and don’t involve yourself in exertive activities. Rest in a
quiet and dark room. Apply a pain-relieving balm on your forehead. Ask for your
doctor’s advice if headache doesn’t improve.

Warning & Precautions

!### Pregnancy

WAKLERT 150MG TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant women as it is not
known if it can harm your unborn baby. Consult your doctor before taking it.

!### Breastfeeding

WAKLERT 150MG TABLET should be used with caution in breastfeeding women as it is
not known if it passes through breast milk. Consult your doctor before taking
it.

!### Driving and Using Machines

Do not drive or operate any machines until you know how WAKLERT 150MG TABLET
affects you.

!### Alcohol

Avoid consum

!### Kidney

WAKLERT 150MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney
problems. Consult your doctor for advice.

!### Liver

WAKLERT 150MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver
problems. Consult your doctor for advice.

!### Allergy

Do not take WAKLERT 150MG TABLET if you are allergic to Armodafinil, Modafinil
or any other ingredients of this medicine.

!### Heart Disease

WAKLERT 150MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with heart problems
or those who have had a heart attack. Consult your doctor for advice.

Others

Before taking WAKLERT 150MG TABLET inform your doctor if you:

• have history of mental illness including psychosis
• have high blood pressure
• have history of alcohol or drug abuse or addiction

Use in pediatrics:

WAKLERT 150MG TABLET is not recommended for use in children and adolescents
(under 18 years of age). Consult your child’s doctor before giving it to your
child.

Use in geriatrics:

WAKLERT 150MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients (above 65
years of age). Consult your doctor for advice.

Interactions

A. Drug - Drug interactions:

Before taking WAKLERT 150MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of
the following medicine

• steroidal contrace
• cyclosporine (medicine used to manage graft rejection)
• phenytoin (used to manage epilepsy)
• diazepam (used to manage anxiety)
• propranolol (used to manage high blood pressure and heart problems)
• omeprazole (used to manage stomach ulcers)
• clomipramine, isocarboxazid, phenelzine (used to manage depression)
• warfarin (medicine used to manage clotting of blood)
• midazolam, triazolam (used to induce sleep)

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of WAKLERT 150MG TABLET,
consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of an
overdose include difficulty in sleeping, confusion, restlessness, feeling
excited, disorientation, anxiety, hallucinations (seeing, hearing, sensing or
feeling things that are not actually there), nausea (feel sick), diarrhea, fast
or slow heartbeat, increased blood pressure, chest pain, shortness of breath.

Synopsis

Drug	:	Armodafinil
Pharmacological Category	:	Eugeroics or Wakefulness-promoting agents
Therapeutic Indication	:	Sleep disorders
Dosage Forms	:	Tablet

More Information

• Keep WAKLERT 150MG TABLET out of reach of children
• Store WAKLERT 150MG TABLET at room temperature between 20-25°C

FAQs About WAKLERT 150MG TABLET

What is WAKLERT 150MG TABLET and why it is given?

WAKLERT 150MG TABLET contains Armodafinil which is used to improve wakefulness
in adult patients who are sleepy due to sleep disorders like narcolepsy,
obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) and shift work disorder (SWD).

Does WAKLERT 150MG TABLET causes dizziness?

Yes, it may cause dizziness in some people. Lie or sit down immediately when you
feel dizzy. If you're feeling severe episode of spinning(vertigo), lie in a dark
and quite place with eyes closed. Try to avoid vehicle driving. Discuss with
your doctor if the symptom worsens.

Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking WAKLERT 150MG TABLET?

WAKLERT 150MG TABLET and alcohol should not mix. While WAKLERT 150MG TABLET
tries to make a patient more alert, alcohol causes drowsiness, affecting the
effectiveness of the medicine. Combining WAKLERT 150MG TABLET with other
mind-altering substances can cause severe confusion, vomiting, blackouts and
lack of coordination.

Can I take WAKLERT 150MG TABLET everyday?

Take WAKLERT 150MG TABLET as long as advised by your physician. Do not change
the time of taking the medicine unless your doctor advised to change it. Your
doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your
age, body weight and disease condition.

What happens if I take more of WAKLERT 150MG TABLET?

If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of WAKLERT 150MG TABLET,
consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of an
overdose include difficulty in sleeping, confusion, restlessness, feeling
excited, disorientation, anxiety, hallucinations (seeing, hearing, sensing or
feeling things that are not actually there), nausea (feel sick), diarrhea, fast
or slow heartbeat, increased blood pressure, chest pain, shortness of breath.

Can I consume coffee (caffeine) while being managed with WAKLERT 150MG
TABLET?

Coffee (caffeine) is a CNS-stimulant and such actions are expected to be
additive when taken along with WAKLERT 150MG TABLET. Caffeine should be used
cautiously and in limited quantity with WAKLERT 150MG TABLET. Excessive intake
may cause irritability, nervousness, insomnia or other side effects. Consult
your doctor for advice.