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Suvorexant

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Suvorexant or Belsomra (brand name) is an orexin receptor antagonist used to treat insomnia and improve sleep. Suvorexant acts as central nervous system depressant.[1][2]

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Side effects of suvorexant include interaction with CYP3A inhibitors, increasing their effect.[1][3]

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Perscription only controlled drug. Generics not available.

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  1. Jump up to: 1.0 1.1 "Belsomra - FDA prescribing information, side effects and uses". Drugs.com. Retrieved January 16, 2022.
  2. Holmberg, Monica (July 10, 2015). "Belsomra". Pharmacy Times. Retrieved January 15, 2022.
  3. Liu, Mei T. (April 13, 2020). "Current and Emerging Therapies for Insomnia". Am J Manag Care. 26 (4 Suppl): S85–S90.