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Composition :

MODAFINIL-200MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Vanprom Lifesciences Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

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Therapeutic Class

STIMULANT

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Gc Complex, 1St Floor, Jwala Heri Market, Paschim Vihar, New Delhi, Delhi - 110063, India
Other Info - WAK0010

FAQs

Wakactive-200 Tablet works by increasing the amount of a chemical known as dopamine in the brain by reducing the reabsorption of dopamine into nerves. Thus, it helps a person to stay awake during their office hours or for performing normal activities of the day and to have a  normal sleep routine. 

A person should tell their doctor if they have a history of mental health problems, heart problems, high blood pressure, liver or kidney problems, or have a history of drug or alcohol abuse.

Persons who have sleep disorders should be extra careful about driving or operating any machine that can be dangerous. Try not to change your daily habits until your doctor tells you to do so.

A woman who is using any type of hormonal birth control method that includes implants, patches, vaginal rings, birth control pills, should tell their doctor before taking Wakactive-200 Tablet as this medicine can reduce the effectiveness of birth control pills and a higher chance of getting pregnant. For men, it is advised to use contraceptives devices like condoms instead of oral contraceptives.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

A person should avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medicine as alcohol can worsen the side effects of the medication.

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Pregnancy

Caution

A woman who is pregnant should contact a doctor before using Wakactive-200 Tablet . Wakactive-200 Tablet is suspected of causing congenital disabilities in the unborn baby.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

A woman who is breastfeeding should avoid taking Wakactive-200 Tablet as it is suspected to pass into breast milk and can affect the baby. Consult a doctor before using Wakactive-200 Tablet .

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Driving

Unsafe

Wakactive-200 Tablet may cause blurred vision or dizziness so while using this medication a person should not attempt to drive or operate machinery

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Liver

Caution

Wakactive-200 Tablet should only be given to patients dealing with liver disorders if strictly suggested by the doctor. Thus, one should tell their doctor if the history of liver disease as their doctor will reduce the dose.

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Kidney

Caution

Wakactive-200 Tablet should only be given to patients dealing with kidney disorders if strictly suggested by the doctor. Thus, one should tell their doctor if the history of kidney disease as their doctor will reduce the dose.

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Children

Unsafe

This medicine is not allowed in Children aged less than 12 years of age.

About Wakactive-200 Tablet

Wakactive-200 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called 'stimulant' used to improve wakefulness in adult patients with narcolepsy (excessive and uncontrollable daytime sleepiness). Narcolepsy is a medical condition in which a person faces excessive daytime sleepiness and face sleep attacks that make a person fall asleep suddenly in inappropriate situations.

Wakactive-200 Tablet contains ‘Modafinil’ which is responsible for improving narcolepsy and reducing the symptoms of the possibility of sleep attacks. It works by enhancing the amount of a chemical messenger known as 'dopamine' in the brain which controls the sleep-wake cycle of our body. It reduces the reuptake of dopamine into nerves. Dopamine is a chemical neurotransmitter that is used by nerves for communication purposes.

Take this medicine as prescribed. You may experience unpleasant effects of Wakactive-200 Tablet that include headache, diarrhoea, back pain, feeling anxious, nausea, trouble sleeping, feeling nervous, dizziness, stuffy nose, and upset stomach. However, consult with your doctor if the symptoms continue for more than days or become severe, then seek medical attention immediately.

The use of Wakactive-200 Tablet is not allowed in persons who are allergic to any of its constituent presents in it, so tell your doctor before taking this medicine. This medicine cannot be used in children below 18 years of age. A woman who is pregnant or thinking to be pregnant or breastfeeding or planning to be pregnant is not allowed to take this medicine so tell your doctor before taking medicine. Tell your doctor if you had heart problems or high blood pressure or depression, low mood, anxiety, or psychosis, before taking this medicine.

Uses of Wakactive-200 Tablet

Narcolepsy (excessive sleepiness)

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Medicinal Benefits

Wakactive-200 Tablet belongs to the category of stimulant indicated to improve wakefulness in persons who feel very sleepy due to narcolepsy. It works by increasing the amount of a chemical known as dopamine in the brain by reducing the reabsorption of dopamine into nerves. Dopamine is a chemical neurotransmitter that is used by nerves to send signals for communication purposes. In this way, it helps a person to stay awake during their office hours or for performing normal activities of the day and to have a  normal sleep routine. 

Directions for Use

Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Side Effects of Wakactive-200 Tablet

  • Headache
  • Diarrhea
  • Back pain
  • Feeling anxious
  • Nausea
  • Trouble sleeping
  • Feeling nervous
  • Dizziness
  • Stuffy nose
  • Upset stomach.

Drug Warnings

A person should tell their doctor straight away if they are feeling depressed, aggressive towards other people. Tell your doctor if your using Hormonal contraceptives like contraceptive pills as Wakactive-200 Tablet can reduce their effectiveness and increase the chances of pregnancy. A pregnant or breastfeeding women should not use Wakactive-200 Tablet without asking the doctor as this medicine can cause birth defects during pregnancy and can pas in breastmilk as well. This medicine contains lactose so tell your doctor if you have an intolerance to some sugars. This is a habit-forming medicine so do not change the dose or use it for a longer time without asking the doctor.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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ModafinilPhenelzine
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ModafinilPhenelzine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Wakactive-200 Tablet:
Coadministration of phenelzine with Wakactive-200 Tablet can increase the levels of Wakactive-200 Tablet and increase the risk of developing high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Wakactive-200 Tablet with Phenelzine is generally avoided as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, excessive sweating, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, or rapid heartbeat, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Wakactive-200 Tablet:
Coadministration of linezolid with Wakactive-200 Tablet can increase the levels of Wakactive-200 Tablet and increase the risk or severity of high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Wakactive-200 Tablet with Linezolid can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, excessive sweating, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, or rapid heartbeat, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ModafinilVoclosporin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Wakactive-200 Tablet:
Combining Voclosporin with Wakactive-200 Tablet may significantly reduce the blood levels of Voclosporin.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Wakactive-200 Tablet with Voclosporin can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Wakactive-200 Tablet:
Combining Butorphanol with Wakactive-200 Tablet may significantly reduce the blood levels of Butorphanol. This may lead to poor treatment outcomes.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Wakactive-200 Tablet and Butorphanol, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. If you're having any of these symptoms like pain, watery eyes, runny nose, sweating, fever, chills, restlessness, irritability, anxiety, fast heartbeat, twitching, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or weight loss it's important to contact your doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
ModafinilCobimetinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Wakactive-200 Tablet:
Combining Cobimetinib with Wakactive-200 Tablet may significantly reduce the blood levels of Cobimetinib.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Wakactive-200 Tablet with Cobimetinib can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. Your doctor can recommend other options that won't cause any problems when taken together. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Wakactive-200 Tablet:
Coadministration of Nifedipine with Wakactive-200 Tablet can reduce the levels of Nifedipine in the body. This may lead to low treatment outcomes.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Nifedipine with Wakactive-200 Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience symptoms of increased heart rate, muscle cramps, tremors, cough, fever, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, edema, and diarrhea contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Wakactive-200 Tablet:
Using citalopram together with Wakactive-200 Tablet may increase the blood levels and side effects of citalopram.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Wakactive-200 Tablet with Citalopram together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience fever, sweating, confusion, fast or irregular heartbeat, severe muscle stiffness or twitching, agitation, hallucinations, loss of coordination, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Wakactive-200 Tablet:
Coadministration of Sofosbuvir with Wakactive-200 Tablet may significantly reduce the blood levels of Sofosbuvir.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Wakactive-200 Tablet with Sofosbuvir can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you're having symptoms of stomach pain or swelling, Fatigue, Fever, Yellowing of skin or eyes, Dark urine, loss of appetite, or nausea contact your doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Wakactive-200 Tablet:
Combining Olaparib with Wakactive-200 Tablet may significantly reduce the blood levels of Olaparib. This can lead to low treatment outcomes.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Olaparib and Wakactive-200 Tablet, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Wakactive-200 Tablet:
Coadministration of fentanyl and Wakactive-200 Tablet may reduce the blood levels of fentanyl, which may make the medication less effective in treating your pain.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking fentanyl together with Wakactive-200 Tablet can result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by your doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience watery eyes, sneezing, excessive sweating, fever, rapid heartbeat, body aches, abdominal cramping, vomiting, or diarrhea. Do not stop taking any medication without consulting your doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

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  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • PHENOBARBITAL
  • PHENYTOIN
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  • CITALOPRAM
  • DIAZEPAM
  • AMLODIPINE
  • VERAMAPIL

Habit Forming

Yes

Special Advise

  • Certain diagnostic tests that can help in diagnosing narcolepsy are the polysomnogram (PSG) and the multiple sleep latency tests (MSLT).
  • Wakactive-200 Tablet should not be used in the children less than 17 years of age.
  • Wakactive-200 Tablet can affect your judgment and reaction time, so do not drive a motor vehicle, do hazardous tasks, or operate any heavy machinery after taking Wakactive-200 Tablet . 
  • Wakactive-200 Tablet is usually prescribed for only 12 weeks. However, if still, your symptoms do not improve, then consult a doctor. 
  • Using CPAP can help you to cope with sleep apnoea problems (breathing trouble affecting sleep). 

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid heavy meals that are high in carbohydrates, so include nutritious food in your diet.
  • Try to make a regular bedtime and close your light to make the room dark which helps you to sleep better. 
  • Try to avoid heavy meals before bed as it will reduce the chances of acidity, and the person can sleep well.
  • Try to take strategic naps throughout the day, which will make you feel refreshed and productive. 
  • Try to avoid sitting for long periods of time, which increases the chance of sleepiness so stand up and go outside at regular intervals.

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