BELSOMRA is a prescription medicine for adults who have trouble falling or staying asleep (insomnia).
BELSOMRA is a prescription medicine for adults who have trouble falling or staying asleep (insomnia). It is not known if BELSOMRA is safe and effective in children under the age of 18 years.
In clinical studies BELSOMRA helped patients fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer compared to placebo.
BELSOMRA is a prescription medicine for adults who have trouble falling or staying asleep (insomnia).
BELSOMRA clinical study results
In clinical studies with BELSOMRA:
In clinical studies with BELSOMRA:
BELSOMRA is a federally controlled substance because it can be abused or cause dependence. Keep BELSOMRA in a safe place to prevent misuse and abuse. Selling or giving away BELSOMRA may harm others and is against the law. Tell your doctor if you have ever abused or have been dependent on alcohol, prescription medicines, or street drugs.
In an insomnia study in adults with mild to moderate Alzheimer’s disease:
“We’re pleased that the prescribing information for BELSOMRA includes findings from Merck’s first dedicated study of an insomnia medication in patients with mild-to-moderate Alzheimer’s disease.”
—Dr. W. Joseph Herring
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BELSOMRA is thought to inhibit the action of orexin, one of the wake neurotransmitters that play a role in the wake-sleep cycle.
BELSOMRA is a prescription sleep aid that is thought to target and inhibit the action of orexin.
Orexin is a neurotransmitter that plays a role in the wake-sleep cycle. BELSOMRA is thought to work by blocking orexin from sending wake signals to other parts of the brain, which could be keeping you from sleeping.
If you’re having trouble sleeping, talk to your doctor about lifestyle changes or medicine.
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BELSOMRA may cause decreased awareness and alertness. The morning after you take BELSOMRA, your ability to drive safely and think clearly may be decreased. You may also have sleepiness during the day.
BELSOMRA may cause serious side effects, including:
Do not take BELSOMRA if you fall asleep often at unexpected times (narcolepsy).
BELSOMRA is a controlled substance because it can be abused or cause dependence.
Before taking BELSOMRA, tell your doctor about all of your medical conditions, including if you:
Medicines can interact with each other, sometimes causing serious side effects. Do not take BELSOMRA with other medicines that can make you sleepy unless your doctor tells you to.
Do not drink alcohol while taking BELSOMRA. It can increase your chances of getting serious side effects.
Do not drive, operate heavy machinery, do anything dangerous, or do other activities that require clear thinking after taking BELSOMRA.
You may still feel drowsy the next day after taking BELSOMRA. Do not drive or do other dangerous activities until you feel fully awake.
The most common side effect of BELSOMRA is sleepiness the next day after you take BELSOMRA.
How Should I Take BELSOMRA?
Please read the accompanying Medication Guide for BELSOMRA and discuss it with your doctor. The physician Prescribing Information also is available.
You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
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