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Best Stimulant Drug For Narcolepsy
Daytime sleep disorder; Cataplexy
Treatment
There is no known cure for narcolepsy. The goal of treatment is to control symptoms.
Lifestyle adjustments and learning to cope with the emotional and other effects of the disorder may help you function better in work and social activities. This involves:
- Eating light or vegetarian meals during the day and avoiding heavy meals before important activities
- Scheduling a brief nap (10 to 15 minutes) after meals, if possible
- Planning naps to...
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