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Medication Guide for Provigil<\/h1>\n

Generic Name<\/h2>\n

Modafinil<\/p>\n

Brand Name<\/h2>\n

Provigil<\/p>\n

Class of Medication<\/h2>\n

CNS Stimulant<\/p>\n

Forms Available<\/h2>\n

Tablets<\/p>\n

Strengths Available<\/h2>\n

100 mg, 200 mg<\/p>\n

Mechanism of Action<\/h2>\n

Modulates brain chemicals to promote wakefulness.<\/p>\n

Primary Uses<\/h2>\n

Narcolepsy, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Shift Work Sleep Disorder<\/p>\n

Secondary Uses<\/h2>\n

Off-label uses include ADHD, depression, and fatigue in multiple sclerosis.<\/p>\n

Dosage Instructions<\/h2>\n

For narcolepsy and OSA: 200 mg once daily in the morning. For shift work disorder: 200 mg approximately one hour before work shift. Maximum dose: 400 mg daily.<\/p>\n

Administration Guidelines<\/h2>\n

Take with or without food, usually in the morning. Swallow tablet whole; do not crush or chew.<\/p>\n

Storage Recommendations<\/h2>\n

Store at room temperature, away from moisture, heat, and light.<\/p>\n

Missed Dose Instructions<\/h2>\n

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible. If it’s close to the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double up to catch up.<\/p>\n

Common Side Effects<\/h2>\n

Headache, nausea, nervousness, dizziness, difficulty sleeping.<\/p>\n

Interactions with Medications<\/h2>\n

Can interact with birth control pills, anticoagulants such as warfarin, and medications causing high blood pressure.<\/p>\n

Alcohol Interaction<\/h2>\n

Use caution with alcohol; may increase the risk of side effects.<\/p>\n

Pregnancy Category<\/h2>\n

Category C: Risk cannot be ruled out. Consult healthcare provider.<\/p>\n

Breastfeeding Considerations<\/h2>\n

Not recommended unless absolutely necessary. Modafinil excretion in breast milk is unknown.<\/p>\n

Contraindications<\/h2>\n

Known hypersensitivity to modafinil or armodafinil. History of left ventricular hypertrophy or mitral valve prolapse with previous CNS stimulant use.<\/p>\n

Monitoring Requirements<\/h2>\n

Regularly monitor blood pressure, heart rate, and mental state.<\/p>\n

Instructions for Health Professionals<\/h2>\n

Assess patient throughout treatment for signs of misuse or abuse. Consider monitoring liver function tests periodically.<\/p>\n

Adjustment for Renal Impairment<\/h2>\n

No specific dosage adjustment required for mild-to-moderate renal impairment. Monitor for side effects.<\/p>\n

Adjustment for Hepatic Impairment<\/h2>\n

Reduce dosage in moderate to severe hepatic impairment. Maximum recommended dose is 100 mg.<\/p>\n

Geriatric Use<\/h2>\n

Increased sensitivity; consider lower initial dose of 100 mg\/day.<\/p>\n

Pediatric Use<\/h2>\n

Safety and efficacy not established for individuals under 17 years of age.<\/p>\n

Overdose Management<\/h2>\n

Supportive measures and symptomatic treatment. Activated charcoal may help if taken soon after ingestion.<\/p>\n

Drug Tolerance<\/h2>\n

Long-term use may lead to drug tolerance. Monitor efficacy overtime.<\/p>\n

Dependence and Abuse<\/h2>\n

Possible risk of abuse; monitor patients for signs of misuse. Schedule IV controlled substance.<\/p>\n

Psychiatric Reactions<\/h2>\n

Possibility of psychiatric adverse reactions such as agitation, hallucinations, and mania. Consider discontinuing if severe manifestations occur.<\/p>\n

Withdrawal Symptoms<\/h2>\n

Potential for withdrawal symptoms if discontinued abruptly after prolonged use. Gradual dose reduction recommended.<\/p>\n

Animal Studies<\/h2>\n

Animal studies suggest potential for embryo-fetal toxicity; relevance to humans uncertain.<\/p>\n

Photosensitivity<\/h2>\n

Has been reported in some cases; advise patients to use sun protection.<\/p>\n

Extra Care in Pilot Use<\/h2>\n

Pilots and other similar professions should note modafinil use can be subject to strict regulations.<\/p>\n

External Interaction Risks<\/h2>\n

Modafinil may interfere with lab tests for blood levels and liver function.<\/p>\n

Effect on Drive\/Operate Machinery<\/h2>\n

May impact ability to perform tasks requiring complete mental alertness; use caution.<\/p>\n

Patient Information Leaflet<\/h2>\n

Provision of a patient information leaflet is recommended for understanding precautions and drug specifics.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Provigil, also known by its active ingredient modafinil, is used to help people stay awake. It is also called Alertec or Modiodal in some places. This medication is prescribed for conditions like narcolepsy, sleep apnea, and shift work sleep disorder.<\/p>\n

Provigil Price Details<\/h2>\n

Provigil costs between \u00a30.66 and \u00a31.42 per pills. It depends on the size of the pack and the amount of active ingredient (30 or 360 mg).<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":55,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"default","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","ast-disable-related-posts":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"default","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}}},"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[18],"product_tag":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-25","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_cat-sleep-aid","7":"pa_active-ingredient-modafinil","8":"desktop-align-left","9":"tablet-align-left","10":"mobile-align-left","12":"first","13":"instock","14":"shipping-taxable","15":"product-type-external"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/bannviewmedicalpractice.co.uk\/pharmacy\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/25","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/bannviewmedicalpractice.co.uk\/pharmacy\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/bannviewmedicalpractice.co.uk\/pharmacy\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bannviewmedicalpractice.co.uk\/pharmacy\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=25"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bannviewmedicalpractice.co.uk\/pharmacy\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/55"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/bannviewmedicalpractice.co.uk\/pharmacy\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=25"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bannviewmedicalpractice.co.uk\/pharmacy\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=25"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bannviewmedicalpractice.co.uk\/pharmacy\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=25"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bannviewmedicalpractice.co.uk\/pharmacy\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=25"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}