Ramelteon
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Neuro Drugs
- Levodopa, Carbidopa
- Levetiracetam
- Valproic Acid
- Anticholinergic Syndrome
- Cholinergic Crisis
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- Propofol
- Ergotamine
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- Selegiline / Rasagiline
- Entacapone / Tolcapone
- Gabapentin
- Lamotrigine
- Carbamazepine
- Ramelteon
Summary
Ramelteon is a drug used to promote sleep. Ramelteon works as a synthetic version of melatonin, used to promote sleep and sedation. Unlike other sleep-promoting drugs like benzodiazepines, Ramelteon does not cause dependence so it's generally safer to use compared to those options.
Key Points
- Ramelteon (Rozerem)
- Mechanism
- Sedative-hypnotic
- Melatonin agonist
- Not classified as a controlled substance, but still requires a prescription
- Selectively targets melatonin receptors to regulate circadian rhythms
- Relatively new drug
- Clinical Use
- Insomnia
- Side Effects and Adverse Reactions
- Bradycardia
- Drowsiness, fatigue
- Dizziness
- Headaches
- Nausea
- Mechanism