Modiodal 200 mg

Modiodal is prescribed to eliminate idiopathic hypersomnia – pathological daytime sleepiness. It is often taken to improve performance and concentration.

What is Modiodal?

Modiodal is a psychoanalytic used in the treatment of cataplexy, narcolepsy, and excessive sleepiness. The drug maintains wakefulness in situations where the patient is plagued by unwanted excessive sleepiness and falling asleep.

The action of the drug is manifested by an increase in histamine levels. The main component affects the neurotransmitter system of the brain. As a result, a reaction occurs, which is similar to an allergic reaction. Stimulates the improvement of thinking and attention when dealing with large flows of information.

How much Modiodala to take?

You should start taking the drug with 200 mg. Take the daily dose in the morning or divide it into two times: in the morning and at noon. If the initial therapy did not give results, the dose is increased to 400 mg in one reception or in two reception.
With long-term use, the response and effectiveness of the drug should be checked periodically under the supervision of a physician. There are no studies on the long-term use of the drug. For patients with severe hepatic impairment, the drug dose should be halved. There are no data about the effect of the drug on patients with renal insufficiency. Patients over 65 should start treatment with a dose of 100 g or more. The drug is contraindicated in children. It is possible to start treatment from the age of 18 years.

How long does Modiodal work?

The action of the drug starts after 2-4 hours. The half-life of the drug is 15 hours. There are no negative reactions after the withdrawal of the drug. It does not cause addiction. During the first month of use, it improves the general condition. Does not cause euphoria, and improves productivity during the day.

When you should not take Modiodal

Modiodal may cause side effects such as:

– headache;

– immune disorders;

– metabolic disorders;

– Psychiatric and nervous system disorders;

– Gastrointestinal disorders;

– rash, sweating, itching.

In case of overdose, insomnia, and disorders of the nervous and cardiovascular systems are observed. In case of overdose, gastric lavage should be performed and the patient should be hospitalized. Patients with excessive drowsiness who take the drug are advised to avoid activities that require concentration.