A METHOD OF INTRODUCING A CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM STIMULENT TO AID IN THE HUMAN WAKING PROCESS

摘要

This invention details a method for introducing a central nervous system (CNS)stimulant, preferablyCaffeine or a Xanthine derivative, into the human circulatory system to aid inthe waking process of thehuman sleep cycle. An orally administrable pharmaceutical containing an outerlayer of delayed releasecoating encapsulates an inner core of active substance. The outer layer isdesigned to maintain its integrityfor a period of 7 to 10 hours. The unit is taken 8 hours prior to the time theindividual wishes to wake up.During the sleeping period the outer layer degrades in the digestive systemand exposes the active substance.The active substance is then adsorbed, in a single dose, and carried into thecirculatory system. The activesubstance provides a stimulating effect to the central nervous system whichprovides beneficial effects in thewaking process.