Daridorexant: A new medication for insomnia in older adults?

In this issue of Neurology®, the authors of this study determined whether daridorexant, a new sleep medication, was safe and effective in treating insomnia for adults >65 years of age.¹ Insomnia is difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep that may interfere with daytime functioning, including an increased risk for falls, mood disorders such as depression, and decreased quality of life.^2,3 It can be seen in about half of older adults. There are treatments, but commonly used medications for insomnia in older adults can increase the risk of thinking problems and falls.^2,3

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