
Waklert 150 mg Tablet is an effective medicine to treat narcolepsy, obstructive sleep apnoea, and shift work disorder. It works to promote wakefulness by influencing certain neurotransmitters in the brain.
Common side effects of this drug are headache, nausea, insomnia (trouble sleeping), and dizziness. However, these effects should go away if you continue taking the medication.
Narcolepsy
Waklert 150 mg promotes wakefulness in people with extreme daytime sleepiness caused by a sleeping disorder. It does not take the place of getting enough sleep and should not be used to hold off sleep in healthy people who don’t have a sleeping disorder. This medicine should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding. It is also not safe to take if you have liver or kidney disease, heart problems (enlarged heart or a history of heart attack), high blood pressure, or mood problems (depression, mania).
The first step in narcolepsy treatment usually involves tracking sleep-wake patterns with an actigraphy device that records how much time you spend asleep and awake during the day. This can help your doctor determine if you have narcolepsy or another condition that causes excessive sleepiness. Other tests may include a physical exam, an EEG, and a sleep study. You might also be asked to complete a sleep diary to track your symptoms. Narcolepsy symptoms often improve with medications, especially Modafinil and Armodafinil. Other medications that help treat narcolepsy are antidepressants, amphetamines, and oxybates. A new medication called pitolisant, which increases histamine levels in the brain, is also being tested to see if it improves narcolepsy. Most people with narcolepsy experience large improvements in alertness when their medications are optimized, their behavioral strategies are used wisely, and other sleep disorders are brought under control.
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Although ADHD is a treatable disorder, symptoms of the condition can be difficult to manage and may interfere with daily activities at home and at school. These symptoms include difficulty paying attention and sitting still; inability to follow instructions, make good choices or manage time; blurting out answers or comments without thinking; having trouble waiting for their turn in games or conversations; and failing to complete tasks. ADHD can also lead to a variety of behavioral problems, including a low self-esteem and problems with family members and romantic partners.
Symptoms of ADHD are more likely to occur in children and adolescents than in adults. However, ADHD can persist into adulthood and cause significant difficulties at work, school, and relationships. Many non-medical treatments can help improve ADHD symptoms, including therapy, exercise, dietary changes, and sleep hygiene. However, the most effective treatment is a combination of medication and therapy.
Medications used to treat ADHD include stimulants such as dextroamphetamine and methylphenidate. Stimulants help increase focus and concentration and reduce impulsivity and hyperactivity. They are available by prescription in different forms, including oral tablets and liquids. There are also non-stimulants, such as atomoxetine and clonidine, that work to decrease symptoms but take longer to begin working. A recent study published in the “Journal of Clinical Psychiatry” showed that armodafinil, a drug approved by the FDA to improve wakefulness in people with narcolepsy, obstructive sleep apnea/hypopnea and shift work disorder, was also effective for improving ADHD symptoms.
Sleep Apnea
Getting a good night’s sleep is important for good health, but many people do not get enough restful sleep. If you are tired, irritable and often have trouble concentrating on tasks during the day, it could be a sign of an underlying problem such as sleep apnea, which causes your breathing to pause or stop for a short time at times during your sleep. This can lead to fatigue, snoring, and other symptoms.
The most common type of sleep apnea is obstructive sleep apnea, which happens when the airway collapses or becomes blocked during sleep. Obstructive sleep apnea can increase the risk of high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, diabetes and headaches. It can also cause problems with work and relationships.
Treatment for sleep apnea includes losing weight, stopping alcohol and medications before bed, sleeping on the side instead of the back, and using mouthguards or nasal congestion devices. There are also surgical procedures to remove tissue and widen the airway. In some cases, a device that monitors and stimulates the nerve that controls the tongue is used to treat sleep apnea.
Waklert is a brand name of a medication called armodafinil, which promotes wakefulness by increasing the amount of certain natural substances in the brain. It is prescribed to treat narcolepsy, obstructive sleep apnea, and shift work sleep disorder.
Obesity
The term ‘obesity’ means excess body fat, and it is a major risk factor for many serious health conditions including heart disease, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, respiratory problems and some cancers. It can also lead to musculoskeletal issues such as arthritis, gallstones and joint pain. It also contributes to poor sleep quality, low self-esteem and a higher susceptibility to depression. Obesity is a complex phenomenon caused by both non-modifiable factors (age, gender and genes) and modifiable ones such as diet and lifestyle. People often eat more than they need and exercise less, leading to weight gain. Other risk factors include stress, sleep habits and the composition of our gut bacteria.
Waklert is an oral medication that contains the active ingredient armodafinil and is used to treat excessive drowsiness caused by narcolepsy, shift work sleep disorder and obstructive sleep apnoea. It is a powerful stimulant that works by changing the amount of certain chemical messengers in the brain and altering the activity of the central nervous system. The drug can be habit forming, so it is important to follow the prescribed dosage and never adjust the dose without the doctor’s approval. It is also important to avoid alcohol while taking it as it can increase the risk of side effects such as tremors and changes in urination.