The right way to get Nuvigil is to first consult a doctor. Share your entire medical history to the doctor and then ascertain whether the drug is right for you or not. The drug should not be taken for more than 12 weeks.

The medication can be consumed with or without food. Those consuming Nuvigil for shift work disorder condition should take the pill one hour before the commencement of the shift. This medication can become a habit. Thus, follow doctor's advice while withdrawing the drug.

Do not use any other drug which helps you to stay awake, with Nuvigil. However, pregnant mothers are advised to consult the doctor before consuming the pill.

Common side effects include

• headache,
• nausea,
• insomnia.

Serious side effects include

• muscle weakness,
• bleeding in nose or gums,
• depression,
• aggressiveness,
• hallucination,
• chest pain,
• stomach pain.

If you are experiencing rash or skin problems after using Nuvigil, stop medication and seek emergency medical help. A drug similar to Nuvigil causes rashes that require emergency medical help and hospitalization.

You should not take Nuvigil medication if you suffer from high blood pressure, heart disease, liver issues, kidney disorders, or muscle disorders.

Patients who already have a past of alcohol addiction or substance abuse should not be prescribed with Nuvigil drug.

Since, the safety of a woman and fetus is still not known while taking Nuvigil during pregnancy, it is wise to tell your medico if you are conceived, planning to become pregnant or lactating a baby.

If you are on Nuvigil treatment then there are chances that the medication would weaken the birth control pills thus making it ineffective. So, it is better to ask your doctor about this and take non-hormonal birth prevention methods.

This medication should not be taken by anyone who is below the age of 17.If you are allergic to the active ingredient in this drug then do not take it to promote wakefulness in you. In case, if you experience any rash or skin allergies then stop taking this drug.

If you forgot to take a Nuvigil dose, you can take it whenever you remember only if you are not planning to go to sleep. If you want to sleep then skip the missed dose. You can take the next dose as usual from the next day.

In case, you overdosed the pill then you have to call the emergency help line number. People who overdose would experience certain symptoms like hallucination, faster heart rate and trouble in sleeping.

Before taking any other medication, it is wise to consult with a health care professional. Check whether taking those medications along with Nuvigil drug is compatible or not.