DESCRIPTION
Artvigil 150 mg is a cognitive activator for wakefulness it is used in treating Narcolepsy, Obstructive sleep Apnea and Work-shift Disorder. It works by increasing focus and alertness by modulating neurotransmitters like dopamine, norepinephrine, histamine and orexin. It contains armodafinil as an active ingredient with R-isomer which is responsible for wakefulness effect.
How does Artvigil 150 mg work?
- Wakefulness-promoting agent i.e., Armodafinil containing Artvigil 150 mg it may work by decreasing dopamine reuptake and raising extracellular dopamine concentrations, particularly in the prefrontal cortex, nucleus accumbens, and striatum. Executive function, motivation, and sustained attention may get enhanced.
- Armodafinil inhibits the norepinephrine and there is increase in synaptic norepinephrine in arousal-promoting centers like the locus coeruleus, resulting in enhanced vigilance and reaction time.
- Hypothalamic histamine get release from the tuberomammillary nucleus-a major wake-promoting neurotransmitter that inhibits sleep-inducing areas, such as the ventrolateral preoptic nucleus.
USAGE
Artvigil 150 can be used in the condition like:
- Narcolepsy
- Obstructive sleep Apnea
- Shift-work Disorder i.e., night shift workers, Students etc those who required wakefulness and focus.
CONCLUSION
Artvigil 150 mg is a cognitive activator for wakefulness it is used in treating Narcolepsy, Obstructive sleep Apnea and Work-shift Disorder. It works by increasing focus and alertness by modulating neurotransmitters like dopamine, norepinephrine, histamine and orexin. It contains armodafinil as an active ingredient with R-isomer which is responsible for wakefulness effect. It may show some side effects like nausea, dizziness, headache, insomnia and anxiety. This side effects may vary from individual to individual so need to consult your healthcare provider prior taking any such medications.
FAQS
What for Artvigil 150 mg is used?
Artvigil 150 mg is a cognitive activator for wakefulness it is used in treating Narcolepsy, Obstructive sleep Apnea and Work-shift Disorder.
How does Artvigil 150 mg works?
Artvigil 150 mg may works by increasing focus and alertness by modulating neurotransmitters like dopamine, norepinephrine, histamine and orexin.
How fast Artvigil works?
Artvigil may reaches peak concentration at just 2-4 hours.
What can be the ideal dose of Artvigil 150 mg?
Dosage may depend upon individual, starting dose can be Artvigil 150 mg, it can be taken once a day.
Who should avoid taking Artvigil 150 mg?
Pregnant and breast-feeding women and the one with prior medical conditions like psychotic history, cardiac or kidney issues should avoid taking any such medications.
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