Ever since Modafinil hit the markets there have been many and many
users of the generic form of Modafinil and its various brand versions. However
as time went, people looked for a smart drug that could have the enhanced
benefits of the Modafinil smart drug along with a reduced number of side
effects and other negative effects.
As such in 2007, the enhanced form of the smart drug Modafinil was
discovered. The R-enantiomer of the Modafinil molecule or Armodafinil was
developed to fulfill these needs of the smart drug users. Let us see how this
medication, Nuvigil works.
Armodafinil being the R-enantiomer of the smart drug Modafinil has
a similar mechanism as the parent compound. The Orexin receptors (OX1 and OX2)
in the body are stimulated. This is followed by the activation of the Orexin
peptide (also called the Hypocretin peptide). This peptide makes the person
feel more awake and therefore gives the user a wave of wakefulness. After this,
the neurotransmitter Dopamine is acted upon. Dopamine is an important
neurotransmitter in the body that regulates the wakefulness and the brain
activity of the user. Increase in Dopamine can attribute to more activeness and
more alertness. This neurotransmitter is produced by the Hypothalamus of the
brain. As this Dopamine neurotransmitter is being produced, the reuptake of the
Dopamine neurotransmitter is inhibited. This creates a pool of Dopamine to be
formed in the vicinity of the reuptake. The excess levels of Dopamine are later
used by the body for its daily purposes. Other hormones like Serotonin,
Histamine and Norepinephrine are also acted upon and are increased in levels.
Uses
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Nuvigil is
basically a cognitive enhancer. It increases the levels of neurotransmitters
and hormones in the body that helps in the increased brain activity of the
user.
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The smart drug Nuvigil is also classified as a wakefulness
promoter. The activation of Orexin peptide and the increase of Dopamine
neurotransmitter aid in this regard.
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Different sleeping disorders like Narcolepsy, sleep apnea are
treated with this smart drug.
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People suffering from Shift Work Disorder are also benefitted by
this smart drug. One pill of Nuvigil can stimulate the user enough so that the
person can go through the shift with prime focus and motivation.
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Nuvigil also reduces depression and fatigue in the user.
Side Effects
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Headache
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Nausea
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Muscular pain
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Nervousness
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Anxiety
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In some rare cases, allergic reactions are experienced.
In cases where the person experiences allergic reactions and side
effects, the medication should be stopped and proper medical attention and
treatment should be administered.
Nuvigil is one
of the best medications known for the cognitive enhancement and for wakefulness
purposes. Proper precautions like not abusing the drug or not mixing the
medications with alcohol can help the user in the getting the full benefits of
the smart drug. Before taking the medication, the medical professional should
be consulted so that the person gets a well though over prescribed dose of the
medication, Nuvigil.
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