Medications

This is a list of medication that can be used to treat the symptoms of Narcolepsy and Cataplexy according to Drugs.com.

This is by no means a complete list and a lot of people with Narcolepsy are forced to deal with their symptoms without medication due to the side effects.

There is currently no cure available.

Adderall: Click for more information...

Adderall is a central nervous system stimulant. It affects chemicals in the brain and nerves that contribute to hyperactivity and impulse control.
Adderall is used to treat narcolepsy and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
Adderall may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

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Vyvanse is a central nervous system stimulant. It affects chemicals in the brain and nerves that contribute to hyperactivity and impulse control.
Vyvanse is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in adults and in children who are 6 to 17 years old. It is used as a part of a total treatment program that may include psychological, educational, and social therapy.
Vyvanse may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

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Concerta (methylphenidate) is a central nervous system stimulant. It affects chemicals in the brain and nerves that contribute to hyperactivity and impulse control.
Concerta is used to treat attention deficit disorder (ADD) and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It is indicated for use in children 6 years of age and older, adolescents, and adults up to the age of 65. Concerta should be used as an integral part of a treatment program that includes psychological, educational, and social measures.
Concerta may also be used for other purposes not listed here.

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Ritalin (methylphenidate) is a central nervous system stimulant. It affects chemicals in the brain and nerves that contribute to hyperactivity and impulse control.
Ritalin is used to treat attention deficit disorder (ADD) and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Ritalin is also used in the treatment of a sleep disorder called narcolepsy (an uncontrollable desire to sleep). When given for attention deficit disorders, Ritalin should be an integral part of a total treatment program that may include counseling or other therapies.
Ritalin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

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Pristiq (desvenlafaxine) is an antidepressant in a group of drugs called selective serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs). Pristiq affects chemicals in the brain that may become unbalanced and cause depression.
Pristiq is used to treat major depressive disorder.
Pristiq may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Adderall XR: Click for more information...
Treating attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Adderall XR Extended-Release Capsules are an amphetamine. Exactly how it works is unknown. Adderall XR Extended-Release Capsules affects certain chemicals in the brain that may affect attention span and behavior.

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Provigil (modafinil) is a medication that promotes wakefulness. It is thought to work by altering the natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in the brain.
Provigil is used to treat excessive sleepiness caused by sleep apnea, narcolepsy, or shift work sleep disorder.
Provigil may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

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Nuvigil is a medication that promotes wakefulness.
Nuvigil is used to treat excessive sleepiness caused by sleep apnea, narcolepsy, or shift work sleep disorder.
Nuvigil may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

Dexedrine: Click for more information...
Treating attention deficit disorder with hyperactivity in children. It is also used to treat a type of sleep disorder (narcolepsy). It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Dexedrine is a central nervous system stimulant. Exactly how it works is not known. It affects certain chemicals in the brain, which may help to improve attention span and behavior.

Methylin: Click for more information...
Treating attention deficit disorder (ADD). It is also used to treat uncontrollable periods of daytime sleep (narcolepsy). It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Methylin is a central nervous system stimulant. Exactly how it works is not known.

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Xyrem (sodium oxybate) is a central nervous system depressant.
Xyrem is used to reduce the number of cataplexy attacks (sudden loss of muscle strength) and reduce daytime sleepiness in patients with narcolepsy.
Xyrem may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Methylin ER: Click for more information...
Treating attention deficit disorder (ADD). It is also used to treat uncontrollable periods of daytime sleep (narcolepsy). It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Methylin ER Controlled-Release Tablets are a central nervous system stimulant. Exactly how it works is not known.

Dextrostat: Click for more information...
Dextroamphetamine is a central nervous system stimulant. It affects chemicals in the brain and nerves that contribute to hyperactivity and impulse control.
Dextroamphetamine is used to treat narcolepsy and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
Dextroamphetamine may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Procentra: Click for more information...
Treating attention deficit disorder with hyperactivity (ADHD) in certain children. It is also used to treat a type of sleep disorder (narcolepsy). It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
ProCentra Solution is a central nervous system stimulant. Exactly how it works is not known. It affects certain chemicals in the brain that may help to improve attention span and behavior.

Ritalin-SR: Click for more information...
Treating attention deficit disorder (ADD). It is also used to treat uncontrollable periods of daytime sleep (narcolepsy). It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Ritalin SR Controlled-Release Tablets are a central nervous system stimulant. Exactly how it works is not known.

Liquadd: Click for more information...
Treating attention deficit disorder with hyperactivity (ADHD) in certain children. It is also used to treat a type of sleep disorder (narcolepsy). It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Liquadd Solution is a central nervous system stimulant. Exactly how it works is not known. It affects certain chemicals in the brain that may help to improve attention span and behavior.