Lemborexant

Lemborexant is a medication used to treat insomnia, specifically in people who have difficulty falling or staying asleep. It belongs to a class of drugs known as orexin receptor antagonists, which work by targeting the brain's wake-promoting system. By inhibiting the activity of orexin, a neurotransmitter responsible for wakefulness, Lemborexant helps promote sleep and improve sleep quality. It is typically prescribed for adults and can improve both sleep onset and sleep maintenance.

Uses of Lemborexant

• Treatment of insomnia
• Improves sleep onset (falling asleep faster)
• Improves sleep maintenance (staying asleep longer)
• Helps regulate disrupted sleep cycles

How Lemborexant works

Lemborexant blocks orexin receptors in the brain that promote wakefulness. By doing so, it reduces the time it takes to fall asleep and helps maintain uninterrupted sleep through the night.

Benefits of Lemborexant

• Helps you fall asleep faster
• Improves sleep quality and duration
• Reduces nighttime awakenings
• Non-habit forming with proper use

How to take Lemborexant

Take Lemborexant once per night, right before bedtime, with at least 7 hours available for sleep. Do not take with or right after a meal, as this may delay its effects. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully.

Type of Dosage Available

• Tablets

Side effects of Lemborexant

• Daytime drowsiness
• Fatigue
• Headache
• Nightmares or abnormal dreams
• Sleep paralysis
• Complex sleep behaviors (e.g., sleepwalking)

Safety advice

• Do not drive or operate machinery the day after taking it
• Avoid alcohol while on this medication
• Not recommended for patients with severe liver impairment
• Inform your doctor if you have depression or a history of sleep disorders
• Not advised during pregnancy or breastfeeding unless prescribed

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q. What is Lemborexant used for?
A. Lemborexant is used to treat insomnia in adults, helping them fall asleep and stay asleep throughout the night.

Q. When should I take Lemborexant?
A. Take it just before bedtime, only when you have at least 7 hours to sleep.

Q. Is Lemborexant habit-forming?
A. It is considered to have a low potential for dependence when used as prescribed.

Q. Can I drink alcohol while taking Lemborexant?
A. No, alcohol can increase sedation and the risk of side effects.

Q. Does Lemborexant work immediately?
A. It usually works within 30 minutes to an hour after taking, depending on individual response.