Idiopathic hypersomnia is sleeping too much (
Hypersomnia - idiopathic; Drowsiness - idiopathic; Somnolence - idiopathic
The usual approach is to consider other potential causes of excessive daytime sleepiness.
Other sleep disorders...
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Hypersomnia - idiopathic; Drowsiness - idiopathic; Somnolence - idiopathicTreatmentIdiopathic hypersomnia is usually treated with stimulant... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Hypersomnia - idiopathic; Drowsiness - idiopathic; Somnolence - idiopathicPreventionReferencesConsens FB, Chervin RD. Sleep Disorders. In: Goetz, CG,... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Hypersomnia - idiopathic; Drowsiness - idiopathic; Somnolence - idiopathicSymptomsSymptoms often develop slowly during adolescence or young... Read more »
A clinical trial is underway in Great Britain to determine if melatonin supplements can ease ulcerative colitis. Melatonin is a hormone that helps... Read more »
Source: First DataBank
Generic Name: ZOLPIDEM - ORAL Pronounced: (ZOHL-pee-dem) Side Effects Dizziness may occur. If this effect persists or worsens, tell your doctor or... Read more »