Vilafinil (Modafinil 200mg)

1         What is Vilafinil

Vilafinil, a smart cognition enhancer, is the common name of a very popular drug, Modafinil. It belongs to the ‘Afinil’ family and is commonly consumed by people having sleep disorders. Narcolepsy, shift-work sleep disorder and sleep apnea are a few of them. During working hours, the drug generates awareness and brings out the best of them.

This nootropic drug is highly beneficial for people who lack concentration and focus. It is popular among students and employees to help them cope with stress and boost focus. Vilafinil is manufactured in India and can be legally sold all over the world.

2         Mechanism

Vilafinil has active elements that reach the central nervous system afterpassing the blood-brain wall. Its purpose is to increase the level of dopamine in the brain that spikes up concentration and motivation. The binding of the dopamine reuptake pump tends to enhance the extracellular dopamine. Thus, all this leads to the activation of glutamatergic circuits.

This drug also helps in boosting the production of serotonin and histamine. Both these chemicals are responsible for human mood and sleep-cycle. Vilafinil also protects the neural cells from damage by protecting the norepinephrine and orexin systems. Hence this mechanism helps in concentrating and treating sleep illness.

3         Dosage

The 200 mg is the basic and the optimal dosage of Vilafinil. People who are suffering from any sleep syndrome must take medicine in the morning. One can split the pill into two halves to divide the dosage, one half in the morning and the other in the evening.

3.1       Way of intake

Vilafinil comes in tablet form and is consumed orally. one can intake drugs with or without food as per one’s preference. For narcolepsy patients, it should be consumed in the morning. , it is advised to take the drug one hour before work to treat shift work sleep. Keep the time of consumption the same daily.

3.2       Overdose

Due to the overdose of Vilafinil the body shows changes such as increased heartbeat, circulatory strain, eagerness. Examine your body accurately for any of the side effects. It is suggested to take immediate help of a doctor. The overdose can be lethargic, so it is better to avoid doing it.

3.3       Missed dose

If one has missed the dose, consume it whenever you remember it. But do not take the pills if it is a time of the other dosage. This can lead to an overdose of the drug that can have serious consequences. Moreover, avoid taking the missed dose at sleep time.

4         Uses of vilafinil

Vilafinil is a nepotic drug used to cope up with fatigue, stress and serious sleep ailments. It functions in a way to stabilize the pattern of sleep. This drug is a cognitive booster; it boosts concentration and focuses by generating awareness.

Vilafinil is known to increase the production of certain neurotransmitters of the brain. Thus, it is one of the most effective medications for students and employees by helping them in boosting their capabilities.

5         Vilafinil and workout

Vilafinil is known to enhance the physical strength that helps in doing cardio and weight lifting. A pill two to three hours before a workout shows great benefits. Remember that it does not help in bodybuilding; it is only a pre-workout stimulant. Its effect lasts for about six to twelve hours. The benefits of combining Vilafinil and work out is:

• It boosts the mind and muscle connection and thus improves the contraction ability of muscles.
• This drug reduces fatigue after the workout.
• The intake of Modafinil improves the concentration level and hence increase efficiency while working out.
• It has been found that combining vilafinil with training reduces muscle burn.

6         Side effects

Vilafinil is a safe drug; in general, it does not show any severe side effects. But its overdosage of misuse can lead to some downfalls. The seriousness of the side effects is dependent on the dosage. All the side effects are interconnected with the after-effects of central neuro system stimulation. They are:

• Trembling
• Anxiety
• nervousness
• Euphoria
• Insomnia

There are some other side effects too, such as:

• Taste alteration
• Vomiting
• Abdominal pain
• Dry mouth
• Headache and nausea

In rare cases, Vilafinil can show serious symptoms like:

• Skin Rashes and itching
• Heart palpation
• Irregularity in heart rhythm
• Hives
• Hypertension
• Swelling of facial parts

7         Precautions

It is very important to take necessary precautions while consuming this drug. The consumption of Vilafinil with alcohol and grapefruit and its products is strictly prohibited.

If one is suffering from any of the below-mentioned disorders, it is crucial to refer a doctor first.

• Heart disease
• Psychosis
• Mania
• Depression
• Liver and kidney issues
• Enlarged heart
• Mood swings

8         Interactions

Vilafinil interacts with some other medications that lead to hazardous results. Their combination can be dangerous, and hence it is advisable to refer a doctor if one is on other medications. That include:

• Antidepressants
• Blood thinners
• Antiviral drugs
• Medicines for epilepsy
• Hormonal contraceptives

No research has been found about the consumption of drugs for pregnant women. But it is advised to pregnant and breastfeeding women to refrain from consuming this drug.

The combination of vilafinil and food has no such side effects. Fatty food decreases the absorption of the drug into the blood, which reduces its effects. Also, its caffeine and alcohol can show dangerous effects with the drug.

Summary

Vilafinil 200 mg is a cognitive enhancer drug that helps to generate concentration and focus. It helps in the wake-sleep cycle. The drug is also taken as a pre-workout stimulant. Under the doctor’s guidance, the usage of this drug does not show any severe effect on the body. There are some things like alcohol, grapefruit, caffeine and other medications that one should not combine with the  drugs,