Sunosi

Narcolepsy, Disorders of Excessive Somnolence, Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Treatment

20 Active Studies for Sunosi

What is Sunosi

Solriamfetol

The Generic name of this drug

Treatment Summary

Solriamfetol, also known as Sunosi, is a medication used to reduce daytime sleepiness caused by narcolepsy or obstructive sleep apnea. It works by blocking the reuptake of dopamine and norepinephrine, two neurotransmitters that regulate wakefulness. The drug was approved by the FDA in 2019.

Sunosi

is the brand name

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Sunosi Overview & Background

Brand Name

Generic Name

First FDA Approval

How many FDA approvals?

Sunosi

Solriamfetol

2019

4

Effectiveness

How Sunosi Affects Patients

Solriamfetol binds weakly to certain transporters for dopamine and norepinephrine but not serotonin. It does not bind to any other substances or receptors like GABA, adenosine, and histamine. Taking 300mg (twice the maximum recommended dose) of solriamfetol has been associated with an increase in heart rate of 21 beats per minute, and 900mg (six times the maximum recommended dose) has been associated with a 27 beat increase. 300mg of solriamfetol does not significantly affect the QTcF interval.

How Sunosi works in the body

The exact way this drug works is not clear, but it may work by blocking the reabsorption of the neurotransmitters dopamine and norepinephrine.

When to interrupt dosage

The suggested dosage of Sunosi depends on the diagnosed medical state, including Daytime Sleepiness, Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Narcolepsy. The quantity of dosage is contingent upon the mode of administration (e.g. Tablet - Oral or Tablet, film coated - Oral) indicated in the table below.

Condition

Dosage

Administration

Narcolepsy

75.0 mg, , 150.0 mg

Tablet, film coated - Oral, , Tablet, film coated, Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral

Disorders of Excessive Somnolence

75.0 mg, , 150.0 mg

Tablet, film coated - Oral, , Tablet, film coated, Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral

Obstructive Sleep Apnea

75.0 mg, , 150.0 mg

Tablet, film coated - Oral, , Tablet, film coated, Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral

Warnings

Sunosi Contraindications

Condition

Risk Level

Notes

Pulse Frequency

Do Not Combine

There are 20 known major drug interactions with Sunosi.

Common Sunosi Drug Interactions

Drug Name

Risk Level

Description

Abemaciclib

Major

The excretion of Abemaciclib can be decreased when combined with Solriamfetol.

Azelastine

Major

Solriamfetol may increase the central nervous system depressant (CNS depressant) activities of Azelastine.

Ethanol

Major

Solriamfetol may increase the central nervous system depressant (CNS depressant) activities of Ethanol.

Iobenguane

Major

Solriamfetol can cause a decrease in the absorption of Iobenguane resulting in a reduced serum concentration and potentially a decrease in efficacy.

Oliceridine

Major

The risk or severity of hypotension, sedation, death, somnolence, and respiratory depression can be increased when Solriamfetol is combined with Oliceridine.

Sunosi Toxicity & Overdose Risk

Solriamfetol’s effects are not influenced by age, gender, or race, so no dosage adjustments are necessary for patients over 65. People with kidney problems may have higher levels of the drug in their body and should adjust their dose accordingly. Solriamfetol has been found to cause harm to pregnant animals, so it should not be taken during pregnancy. Breastfeeding infants should be monitored for side effects such as agitation, insomnia, anorexia, and slow weight gain, as the drug can be found in breastmilk. No clinical studies have been conducted on the drug’s safety and effectiveness in children

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Sunosi Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Sunosi?

Ninety clinical trials are currently evaluating the potential of Sunosi to alleviate Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Narcolepsy and Daytime Sleepiness.

Condition

Clinical Trials

Trial Phases

Obstructive Sleep Apnea

72 Actively Recruiting

Not Applicable, Phase 3, Phase 2, Phase 4, Phase 1, Early Phase 1

Narcolepsy

2 Actively Recruiting

Not Applicable, Phase 1

Disorders of Excessive Somnolence

0 Actively Recruiting

Sunosi Reviews: What are patients saying about Sunosi?

4

Patient Review

1/25/2020

Sunosi for Recurring Sleep Episodes During the Day

This medication helps me stay awake for long periods of time without making my anxiety worse, which is a problem I have with most stimulants. However, it doesn't seem to help with my insomnia.

2.7

Patient Review

8/5/2021

Sunosi for Recurring Sleep Episodes During the Day

I have narcolepsy and was hoping this medication would be an effective replacement for Adderall. Unfortunately, I have experienced no improvement in my condition after four weeks of use. In fact, I feel worse than before with constant dizziness and a lack of motivation. For anyone suffering from narcolepsy, I would not recommend this treatment.

2

Patient Review

1/15/2020

Sunosi for Sleepiness Due To Obstructive Sleep Apnea

1

Patient Review

2/12/2020

Sunosi for Recurring Sleep Episodes During the Day

Unfortunately I had to stop using this after just three days because the side effects were too much for me. These included high blood pressure, headaches, and stomach problems like acid reflux.

1

Patient Review

8/12/2020

Sunosi for Sleepiness Due To Obstructive Sleep Apnea

I was on Modafinil for a while, but it eventually stopped working. I tried it again after a couple months and found that it worked much better the second time around.

1

Patient Review

11/15/2019

Sunosi for Recurring Sleep Episodes During the Day

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Patient Q&A Section about sunosi

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

Is Sunosi a stimulant?

"SUNOSI is not a stimulant; it is a type of medication called a wake-promoting agent. Do not take SUNOSI if you have taken, or stopped taking within the past 14 days, a medicine used to treat depression called a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI)."

Answered by AI

What drug is similar to Sunosi?

"Some possible alternative drugs for treating obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) include armodafinil and modafinil."

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What's the difference between Sunosi and Adderall?

"The active drug in Sunosi is solriamfetol, while the active drugs in Adderall are dextroamphetamine and amphetamine. These medications belong to different drug classes."

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What kind of medication is Sunosi?

"What is Sunosi? Sunosi is a prescription medicine used to improve wakefulness in adults with excessive daytime sleepiness due to narcolepsy or obstructive sleep apnea."

Answered by AI

Clinical Trials for Sunosi

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Electrical + Pharmacological Stimulation for Sleep Apnea

18 - 79
All Sexes
Boston, MA

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a common condition in which the airway repeatedly collapses during sleep, leading to poor sleep quality and reduced oxygen levels. Hypoglossal nerve stimulation (HGNS) is an approved treatment that uses a small implanted device to stimulate the genioglossus muscle and keep the airway open. However, some patients continue to have OSA despite using HGNS. Atomoxetine and oxybutynin, "AtoOxy", is a promising pharmacologcal therapy under investigation that has been shown to activate pharyngeal muscles-in particular non-genioglossus muscles--but appears more efficacious in some patients than others. This study will test whether the combination of AtoOxy and HGNS can further improve breathing during sleep compared to either monotherapy alone. Participants with OSA and an HGNS device will be randomized to receive, in random order: HGNS+AtoOxy, HGNS alone (plus placebo), AtoOxy alone (HGNS device off), and placebo (HGNS device off), in a cross-over trial. The main goal is to determine whether the combined treatment reduces the number of breathing events during sleep; the primary outcome test will compare HGNS+AtoOxy versus HGNS alone. The effect of each intervention versus placebo will also be presented. The study will also examine how individual patient characteristics influence response to treatment.

Phase 1 & 2
Waitlist Available

Brigham and Women's Hospital

Scott A Sands, PhD

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EVO Sleep and Snore Device for Obstructive Sleep Apnea

18 - 80
All Sexes
Dallas, TX

Title: Severe Label Expansion for EVO Positioner (SLEEP) Study Description: Single-arm study to determine the safety and effectiveness of treating severe obstructive sleep apnea using the EVO Sleep and Snore Device (ProSomnus Sleep Technologies, Pleasanton, CA). Objectives: To determine the safety and effectiveness of the EVO Sleep and Snore Device in individuals with severe obstructive sleep apnea. Endpoints: The primary effectiveness endpoint is the Sher criteria defined as a reduction of Apnea-Hypopnea Index (AHI) of at least 50% from the baseline value and a post-treatment AHI of less than 20 events/hour at 6 months following initiation of Oral Appliance Therapy (OAT) titration. AHI will be collected using HSAT at baseline and 6 months. The primary safety objective is to evaluate safety by summarizing all reported device and/or procedure related adverse events from the time the EVO device is introduced through 6 months. Study Population: A maximum of 49 individuals over the age of 18 years with severe obstructive sleep apnea will be enrolled. Description of Sites/Facilities Enrolling Participants: The study will be conducted at up to four sites, up to two of which could be located outside of the US. Description of Study Device: The study device is the EVO Sleep and Snore Device (ProSomnus Sleep Technologies, Pleasanton, CA). The device is a mandibular repositioning device used to treat obstructive sleep apnea. The device is currently cleared for the treatment of mild and moderate OSA. Study Duration: The time from when the study opens to enrollment until completion of data analyses is estimated to be 15 months.

Recruiting
Has No Placebo

Star Sleep and Wellness (+1 Sites)

Erin Mosca, PhD

ProSomnus Sleep Technologies

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