Common use

Armod (armodafinil) is primarily used to manage excessive daytime sleepiness associated with narcolepsy, obstructive sleep apnea, and shift work sleep disorder, and belongs to the group of CNS (central nervous system) stimulants. It has also been used off-label for managing conditions like ADHD, chronic fatigue syndrome, and major depressive disorder.

Dosage and direction

Armod should be taken exactly as directed by your doctor. For managing narcolepsy and obstructive sleep apnea, the recommended dose of Armod is taken once daily in the morning. For shift work sleep disorder, it is taken approximately 1 hour before the start of the work shift.

Precautions

Armod may reduce your ability to drive or operate machinery safely. Dizziness and blurred vision may occur, do not drive or operate machinery until you know how this medicine affects you.
Armod is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless necessary and only if the potential benefit outweighs the potential risk to the foetus. Consult your doctor before using this medicine while pregnant or breastfeeding.
Caution is advised in patients with a history of psychiatric disorders including depression and psychosis.
Patients with cardiovascular disease should also use Armod with caution as it can cause increases in heart rate and blood pressure.

Contraindications

Armod is contraindicated in individuals with a known hypersensitivity to modafinil, armodafinil or any of its inactive ingredients.
It is also contraindicated in individuals with a history of left ventricular hypertrophy or in those with mitral valve prolapse who have experienced the mitral valve prolapse syndrome.

Possible side effect

Side effects of Armod: Headache; Nausea; Dizziness; Insomnia; Anxiety.

Drug interaction

Armod can interact with strong CYP3A4/5 inhibitors (like ketoconazole and itraconazole), hormonal contraceptives (like ethinyl estradiol and norethindrone) and CYP2C19 substrates (such as omeprazole, diazepam, propranolol and phenytoin).

Missed dose

If a dose is missed, it should be taken as soon as you remember. However, if it is close to the time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with the regular dosing schedule. Do not double up on doses.

Overdose

An overdose of Armod may cause symptoms such as restlessness, agitation, anxiety, confusion, hallucinations, nausea, diarrhea, tremors and palpitations. Immediate medical attention should be sought if an overdose is suspected.

Storage

Store Armod in places away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep away from children and pets.