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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
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Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet is used to treat Insomnia (a sleep disorder). Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet contains Lemborexant, which works by blocking orexin receptors (which play a role in wakefulness) in the brain. Thus, it helps to improve sleep efficiency, reduce sleep latency (the time taken for you to go from being fully awake to sleeping) and lengthen sleep time. Sometimes, Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet may cause side effects, such as drowsiness, headache, or tiredness. 

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Composition :

LEMBOREXANT-5MG

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

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About Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet

Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet is used in the treatment of insomnia (difficulty in falling or staying asleep). Insomnia is a sleep disorder that causes difficulty falling or staying asleep. It may be acute (short-term) or chronic (long-term).

Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet contains Lemborexant, which works by blocking orexin receptors (which play a role in wakefulness) in the brain. Thus, it helps to improve sleep efficiency, reduce sleep latency (the time taken for you to go from being fully awake to sleeping) and lengthen sleep time.

Take Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet may cause some side effects, such as drowsiness, headache, or tiredness. Most of these side effects of Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Lemborexant or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet is not recommended for children below 18 years of age. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet as it may increase the risk of serious side effects. Drive only if you are alert, as Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet may cause drowsiness. Avoid taking Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet if you have narcolepsy (fall asleep often at unexpected times).

Uses of Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet

Treatment of Insomnia

Directions for Use

Take Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet right before going to bed or as advised by your doctor. It may take longer to work if it is taken with or immediately after a meal. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, break, or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet contains Lemborexant used in the treatment of insomnia. It blocks orexin receptors (which play a role in wakefulness) in the brain. Thus, it helps to treat insomnia by improving sleep efficiency, reducing sleep latency (the time taken for you to go from being fully awake to sleeping) and prolonging sleep time.

How Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet Works

Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet contains Lemborexant, which works by blocking orexin receptors (which play a role in wakefulness) in the brain. Thus, it helps to improve sleep efficiency, reduce sleep latency (the time taken for you to go from being fully awake to sleeping) and lengthen sleep time.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight
Side effects of Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet
  • Avoid driving or operating machinery or activities that require high focus until you know how the medication affects you.
  • Maintain a fixed sleeping schedule, create a relaxing bedtime routine and ensure your sleeping space is comfortable to maximize your sleep quality.
  • Limit alcohol and caffeine as these may worsen drowsiness and disturb sleep patterns.
  • Drink plenty of water as it helps with alertness and keeps you hydrated and for overall well-being.
  • Moderate physical activity can improve energy levels, but avoid intense workouts right before bedtime.
Dealing with Medication-Induced Headache:
  • Hydrate your body: Drink enough water to prevent dehydration and headaches.
  • Calm Your Mind: Deep breathing and meditation can help you relax and relieve stress.
  • Rest and Recharge: Sleep for 7-8 hours to reduce headache triggers.
  • Take rest: lie down in a quiet, dark environment.
  • Cold or warm compresses can help reduce tension.
  • Stay Upright: Maintain good posture to keep symptoms from getting worse.
  • To treat headaches naturally, try acupuncture or massage therapy.
  • Over-the-counter pain relievers include acetaminophen and ibuprofen.
  • Prescription Assistance: Speak with your doctor about more substantial drug alternatives.
  • Severe Headaches: Seek emergency medical assistance for sudden, severe headaches.
  • Frequent Headaches: If you get reoccurring headaches, consult your doctor.
  • Headaches with Symptoms: Seek medical attention if your headaches include fever, disorientation, or weakness.
  • Keep regular sleeping hours.
  • Don’t consume nicotine, caffeine, or alcohol in the hours leading up to bed.
  • Practice relaxation exercises before bedtime.
  • Regular physical activity can promote deeper and better sleep. However, avoid intense exercise within 2-3 hours of bedtime, as it can disrupt your sleep.
  • If nightmares continue, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) may be a helpful treatment option. Your doctor may recommend CBT to address underlying issues and provide coping strategies to manage nightmares.
  • Rest well; get enough sleep.
  • Eat a balanced diet and drink enough water.
  • Manage stress with yoga and meditation.
  • Limit alcohol and caffeine.
  • Physical activities like walking or jogging might help boost energy and make you feel less tired.

What if I have taken an overdose of Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet

Please do not exceed the recommended dose, as it might cause an overdose. Signs and symptoms of an overdose of Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet may include drowsiness, and mental or physical dependence. Seek immediate medical attention if you observe any symptoms or think you have taken too much. Do this even if there are no signs of discomfort or poisoning.

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Lemborexant or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet is not recommended for children below 18 years of age. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet . Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet as it may increase the risk of serious side effects. Drive only if you are alert, as Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet may cause drowsiness. You are recommended to avoid taking Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet with or immediately after a high-fat and high-calorie meal as it makes it difficult for your body to absorb Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet . Avoid taking Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet if you have narcolepsy (fall asleep often at unexpected times). You are advised not to take Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet if you do not have 7 hours of sleep before being active again. Patients with a history of abuse or addiction to alcohol or other drugs should be monitored carefully as they may be at an increased risk for abuse and addiction to Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet .

Drug-Drug Interactions

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LemborexantGrepafloxacin
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LemborexantPrimidone
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LemborexantGrepafloxacin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet:
In some people, grepafloxacin may raise Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet levels in the blood. This may raise the likelihood of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet and Grepafloxacin, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
LemborexantPrimidone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet:
When Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet is taken with Primidone, the amount of Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet in the blood may decrease.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet and Primidone together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. If you notice any symptoms, contact your doctor right away." Do not stop using any medications without talking to your doctor.
LemborexantFosaprepitant
Severe
How does the drug interact with Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet:
Coadministration of Fosaprepitant with Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet can increase the blood levels of Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet. This may increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Fosaprepitant with Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience abnormal sleep behaviors, worsening of depression, changes in heartbeat, or headache, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LemborexantPosaconazole
Severe
How does the drug interact with Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet:
Taking Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet with posaconazole may increase the blood levels of Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet. This may increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although using Posaconazole and Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet together can result in an interaction, they can be taken together if advised by your doctor. However, contact your doctor if you experience depression, abnormal sleep behaviors, worsening of depression, changes in heartbeat, or headache. Do not stop taking any medications without consulting a doctor.
LemborexantAlfentanil
Severe
How does the drug interact with Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet:
Coadministration of alfentanil with Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet and Alfentanil, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
LemborexantTramadol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet with Tramadol can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet with Tramadol together is avoided as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience dizziness, drowsiness, difficulty concentrating, and impairment in judgment. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LemborexantMifepristone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet with mifepristone may increase the blood levels of Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet in some patients. This may increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet with mifepristone together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience depression, abnormal sleep behaviors, worsening of depression, changes in heartbeat, or headache Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LemborexantClotrimazole
Severe
How does the drug interact with Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet:
Taking Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet with Clotrimazole may increase the blood levels of Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet. This may increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet with Clotrimazole can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience abnormal sleep, irregular heartbeat, or a headache, contact your doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without talking to your doctor.
LemborexantVoriconazole
Severe
How does the drug interact with Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet:
When Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet is taken with Voriconazole may increase the blood levels of Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Voriconazole and Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience depression, abnormal sleep behaviors, worsening of depression, changes in heartbeat, or headache, contact a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LemborexantRifampicin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet:
Taking Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet with rifampicin may reduce the blood levels of Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet, which may make the medication less effective in treating your condition.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Rifampicin together with Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet can result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Follow a regular sleep pattern. Do not take a nap during day time.
  • Avoid watching TV, and using mobiles or laptops just before bedtime.
  • Avoid consumption of alcohol as it may increase drowsiness.
  • Do regular exercise and maintain a healthy body weight.

Habit Forming

Yes

Therapeutic Class

SEDATIVES AND HYPNOTICS
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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet as it may increase the risk of serious side effects.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks. Therefore, please consult a doctor if you are pregnant.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

It is unknown if Lemborexant is excreted in breast milk. Therefore, please consult a doctor before taking Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Unsafe

Avoid driving or operating heavy machinery until you feel fully awake as you may still feel drowsy the next day after taking Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet .

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Liver

Caution

If you have liver diseases/conditions, inform your doctor before taking Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet .

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

If you have any concerns regarding the use of Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet in patients with kidney problems, please consult a doctor.

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Children

Unsafe

Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet is not recommended for children below 18 years as the safety and effectiveness were not established.

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FAQs

Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet is used in the treatment of insomnia (difficulty in falling or staying asleep).

Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet contains Lemborexant which works by blocking orexin receptors (which play a role in wakefulness) in the brain. Thus, it helps to improve sleep efficiency, reduce sleep latency (the time taken for you to go from being fully awake to sleeping) and lengthen sleep time.

You are recommended to take Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet right before going to bed and take it only when you can stay in bed for a full night (at least 7 hours). Avoid taking Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet with or immediately after a meal, as it may take longer to work.

Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet may cause drowsiness. Therefore, it is recommended to avoid driving or any other activities that require mental alertness after taking Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet .

You are recommended to take Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. However, if insomnia persists or worsens after using Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet for 7 to 10 days, please consult your doctor. Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet may be habit-forming. Therefore, avoid taking it in larger doses, more often or for a longer period than your doctor prescribes.

Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet may cause side effects such as drowsiness, headache, or tiredness. Most of these side effects of Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

People who are allergic to any of the components in Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet or have narcolepsy (fall asleep often at unexpected times) should avoid taking Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet .

Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet should be taken with other medicines only if advised by the doctor to prevent any interactions. Talk to the doctor if you have any concerns.

Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet should be used during pregnancy only if prescribed by the doctor. The doctor will prescribe Dayvigo 5 mg Tablet only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Eskag Pharma Pvt. Ltd., Ag-112, Sector-Ii, Suite No.804 & 805, Baishakhi, Salt Lake City, Kolkata-700091
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