Orexin receptor antagonists for sleep disturbance in attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder and autism spectrum disorder: a systematic review
BackgroundSleep disturbance is among the commonest and most impairing comorbidities of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Melatonin has the strongest evidence base, but its action is chronobiotic, its maintenance effect inconsistent, and adult evidence sparse. Orexin receptor antagonists reduce wake drive rather than induce sedation, a…
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