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DORA: A New Frontier in Insomnia Treatment

DORA: A New Frontier in Insomnia Treatment

Update: 2024-09-08
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In this episode, we explore the revolutionary potential of daridorexant, a new dual orexin receptor antagonist (DORA) for treating chronic insomnia. We discuss its unique mechanism of action, efficacy, and implications for future insomnia treatment. Could this medication be the key to "turning off" wakefulness in stubborn cases of insomnia?

Faculty: Carlos H. Schenck, M.D.
Host: Richard Seeber, M.D.

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DORA: A New Frontier in Insomnia Treatment

DORA: A New Frontier in Insomnia Treatment