What Is Narcolepsy?
family history of narcolepsy, your risk of getting it is 20 to 40 times higher.
Narcolepsy-Related Conditions and Behaviors
Some treatments that can help ease your symptoms include:
- Lifestyle changes: Stay away from , alcohol and nicotine. Eat smaller meals more often rather than heavy meals. Control your sleep schedule. Schedule daytime naps (10 to 15 minutes long). Follow an and meal schedule.
- Stimulants to treat sleepiness
- Antidepressants to treat problems with REM sleep
- (Xyrem, Xywav) to treat cataplexy
- Pitolisant (Wakix) or Solriamfetol (Sunosi) to help you stay awake for longer periods