Dayvigo 10mg Tablet
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Introduction To Dayvigo 10mg Tablet
Dayvigo 10mg Tablet helps treat sleep disorders (insomnia). It slows down the brain's activity and enables you to fall asleep and stay asleep longer, so you can get a better night's rest.
Take the drug orally in the dose, time, and way prescribed by the doctor. Prefer taking it right before retiring to bed with at least 7 hours remaining before the planned time of awakening. Do not take it if you fall asleep often at unexpected times (narcolepsy).
Avoid taking excessive dosage, as this medicine may have an addictive potential; therefore, use it for short periods as prescribed. Do not increase the prescribed dosage by yourself. If your condition worsens or does not improve within 7 to 10 days, report to your doctor immediately.
Never self-medicate at home, and do not start taking this medication on a regular basis without a confirmed diagnosis of a sleep disorder. Dayvigo 10mg Tablet may cause some side effects, such as daytime sleepiness, tiredness, and bad dreams during sleep. Consult the doctor right away in case of worrisome episodes.
Inform the doctor about your complete medical history, including the history of depression, mental illness, alcohol or drug abuse, daytime sleepiness, sudden onset of muscle weakness, lung or breathing problem, liver problem, pregnancy, breastfeeding, use of concomitant medicines, allergies, surgery, cardiac problem, or any other underlying medical condition. This information will help the doctor formulate your treatment plan better.
Uses of Dayvigo 10mg Tablet
- Treatment of Insomnia
Benefits of Dayvigo 10mg Tablet
Treatment of Insomnia
Dayvigo 10mg Tablet helps treat insomnia (difficulty falling or staying asleep) in
people who have problems related to their sleeping habits. Insomnia may cause
you to wake up earlier than usual and you may find it difficult to go back to
sleep. Dayvigo 10mg Tablet works by blocking the brain’s ability to keep you awake
which helps you sleep. This relaxes the brain and makes you feel more
energetic. It also helps you concentrate better and improves your quality of
life.
Side effects of Dayvigo 10mg Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Dayvigo
- Drowsiness
- Headache
- Tiredness
- Nightmares
- Suicidal behaviors
How to use Dayvigo 10mg Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Dayvigo 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Dayvigo 10mg Tablet works
Dayvigo 10mg Tablet blocks the action of orexin, a chemical that regulates the sleep signals in the brain and keeps you awake. Once orexin’s action is blocked, the brain doesn’t receive wake-up signals, which helps you sleep.
Quick tips
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Dayvigo 10mg Tablet can make you feel drowsy, therefore, patients, especially the elderly, may be at a higher risk of falls. Caution is advised.
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Take Dayvigo 10mg Tablet right before going to bed and only when you can stay in bed for a full night (at least 7 hours).
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Do not take Dayvigo 10mg Tablet with other medicines that can make you sleepy, unless your healthcare provider tells you to.
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Never share your medication with any other person who also has a sleep problem.
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Discuss it with your doctor if you develop unusual and strange thoughts or behavior while using Dayvigo 10mg Tablet.
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Stop taking the medication and inform your doctor if you experience complex sleep behaviors, including sleep-walking, sleep-driving, preparing and eating food, making phone calls, or having sex while not being fully awake.
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Make sure to regularly visit your doctor to check your progress and any side effects.
Safety Advice
PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Can I take Dayvigo 10mg Tablet if I’m pregnant?
Dayvigo 10mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
BreastfeedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Can I take Dayvigo 10mg Tablet if I’m breastfeeding?
Information regarding the use of Dayvigo 10mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
AlcoholUNSAFE
Is drinking alcohol while taking Dayvigo 10mg Tablet safe?
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Dayvigo 10mg Tablet.
DrivingUNSAFE
Can I drive after taking Dayvigo 10mg Tablet?
Dayvigo 10mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
KidneySAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Can I take Dayvigo 10mg Tablet if I have/had kidney diseases?
Dayvigo 10mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Dayvigo 10mg Tablet is recommended.
LiverCAUTION
Can I take Dayvigo 10mg Tablet if I have/had liver diseases?
Dayvigo 10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Dayvigo 10mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Dose adjustment is recommended in patients with moderate hepatic impairment. Dayvigo 10mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe hepatic impairment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Does Dayvigo 10mg Tablet make you drowsy?
Studies suggest that Dayvigo 10mg Tablet may cause drowsiness, decreased mental alertness, prolonged reaction time, problems with coordination the day after you take it, blurry or double vision, and may increase the risk of falling. People taking Dayvigo 10mg Tablet should be instructed to avoid driving, using heavy machinery, or doing any activity that requires concentration to avoid any mishaps or accidents. Caution should be exercised particularly in elderly patients taking this drug, to avoid any falls.
Q. Who should avoid taking Dayvigo 10mg Tablet?
People who fall asleep unexpectedly and at unusual times or who sleep more often during the day (narcolepsy) should avoid taking Dayvigo 10mg Tablet. Taking this medicine can worsen the sleeping habits of such individuals.
Q. Can I take Dayvigo 10mg Tablet with other medicines?
Dayvigo 10mg Tablet may interact with other prescription and nonprescription medications; therefore, you must inform your doctor about any other medicines you are taking before starting the treatment with Dayvigo 10mg Tablet. Your doctor may tell you not to take Dayvigo 10mg Tablet, may need to change the doses of your medications, or monitor you carefully for side effects.
Q. What time should I take Dayvigo 10mg Tablet?
It is best to take Dayvigo 10mg Tablet just before you go to bed. This will ensure that you get a sound sleep at night and benefit from this medicine.
Q. Is Dayvigo 10mg Tablet safe during pregnancy?
It is unknown whether Dayvigo 10mg Tablet can be taken during pregnancy or not. Therefore, it is best to avoid using the medicine in pregnant women to avoid any potential harm to the baby.
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Written By:
Dr Advikka Ridhy
MBBS
RMO, Aster MIMS
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