The enhanced smart drug for cognition: Artvigil
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, Artvigil
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
- Artvigil 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.
- The smart drug Artvigil is also classified as a wakefulness promoter. The activation of Orexin peptide and the increase of Dopamine neurotransmitter aid in this regard.
- Various sleeping disorders like Narcolepsy, sleep apnea are treated with this smart drug.
- People suffering from Shift Work Disorder are also benefited by this smart drug. One pill of Artvigil can stimulate the user enough so that the person can go through the shift with prime focus and motivation.
- Artvigil also reduces depression and fatigue in the user.
Side Effects
- Headache
- Nausea
- Muscular pain
- Nervousness
- Anxiety
- 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.
Artvigil
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, Artvigil.
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