Anxiolytics & Sleep Agents · Sleep Agents

Suvorexant

Brand: Belsomra

Dual orexin receptor antagonist (DORA)

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1.What is suvorexant's mechanism and how does it differ from other hypnotics?

2.Why is suvorexant contraindicated in narcolepsy?

3.A patient says suvorexant 'doesn't knock me out like Ambien.' Is it failing?

4.What is suvorexant's metabolic pathway and key drug interaction?

5.What is suvorexant's dosing and administration?

6.What side effects are unique to orexin antagonism?

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