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What is the best drug to treat narcolepsy?
Stimulants. Drugs that stimulate the central nervous system are the primary treatment to help people with narcolepsy stay awake during the day. Doctors often try modafinil (Provigil) or armodafinil (Nuvigil) first for narcolepsy.
Does Trazodone help narcolepsy?
Trazodone, a novel antidepressant agent may be useful in the long-term management of individuals suffering from narcolepsy. Narcolepsy is a chronic sleep disorder characterized by the occurrence of excessive daytime sleepiness and cataplectic attacks.
What is the new medication for narcolepsy?
Pitolisant, an H3R antagonist, and solriamfetol, a dopamine and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor, are the most recently approved treatments for EDS associated with narcolepsy in the European Union (pitolisant) and the USA (pitolisant and solriamfetol).
What drugs are FDA approved for narcolepsy?
There are five drug treatments approved to treat patients with narcolepsy: Xyrem (sodium oxybate), Provigil (modafinil), Nuvigil (amodafonil), methylphenidate, and amphetamine.
Is Wellbutrin used for narcolepsy?
Bupropion is a dopamine reuptake inhibitor that may be useful for the treatment of EDS associated with narcolepsy (100 mg three times daily). It may be especially useful in cases associated with atypical depression.
What can I take over the counter for narcolepsy?
Drugs used to treat Narcolepsy
| Drug name | Rating | Rx/OTC |
|---|---|---|
| Generic name: modafinil systemic Brand name: Provigil Drug class: CNS stimulants For consumers: dosage, interactions, side effects For professionals: AHFS DI Monograph, Prescribing Information | ||
| View information about Nuvigil Nuvigil | 6.5 | Rx |
Does Xanax help narcolepsy?
Xanax can treat several medical conditions, including anxiety and panic disorder. Some doctors may also prescribe it to treat insomnia, which is an off-label use of the medication. Adderall can treat ADHD and narcolepsy.
Does Vyvanse treat narcolepsy?
Nuvigil (armodafinil) and Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine dimesylate) are used to treat narcolepsy. Nuvigil is also used to treat excessive sleepiness caused by sleep apnea or shift work sleep disorder. Vyvanse is used off-label to treat narcolepsy.
How do you beat narcolepsy?
Some of those lifestyle adjustments a treatment plan may include are:
- Stick to good sleep habits. Getting consistent and adequate sleep is a must for everyone with narcolepsy.
- Take naps.
- Steer clear of caffeine and alcohol at night.
- Exercise regularly.