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Central Nervous System Depressants

Central nervous system depressants are used to treat narcolepsy. They work by promoting wakefulness and reducing the number of episodes.

Why are central nervous system depressants prescribed?

  1. Idiopathic Hypersomnia (50%)
  2. Narcolepsy (50%)

Key takeaways

Central nervous system depressants are used to treat conditions like narcolepsy and idiopathic hypersomnia. These medications work by helping you sleep better at night to decrease daytime drowsiness. Examples include sodium oxybate (Xyrem, Lumryz), calcium, magnesium, potassium, and sodium oxybates (Xywav), and Lumryz. You can choose the form that best fits your needs.

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Xyrem (sodium oxybate)

as low as$5,403
SODIUM OXYBATE treats narcolepsy. It works by decreasing daytime sleepiness, which can help you sleep better at night. It also reduces the number of episodes of sudden muscle weakness (cataplexy).
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Lumryz

as low as$9,955
SODIUM OXYBATE treats narcolepsy. It works by decreasing daytime sleepiness, which can help you sleep better at night. It also reduces the number of episodes of sudden muscle weakness (cataplexy).
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Xywav

CALCIUM, MAGNESIUM, POTASSIUM, AND SODIUM OXYBATES treats sleep disorders, such as narcolepsy and idiopathic hypersomnia. It works by decreasing daytime sleepiness, which can help you sleep better at night. It also reduces the number of episodes of sudden muscle weakness (cataplexy).
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Disclaimer: Popularity is based on total prescriptions for the brand and generic versions of each drug, regardless of the condition being treated. Some drugs are prescribed for multiple conditions.

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