Can you have narcolepsy and insomnia?
Yes, you can have narcolepsy and insomnia together. Almost 50% of people with narcolepsy also experience disturbed night-time sleep, fragmented sleep, or difficulty staying asleep at night. Sleep may be disrupted by insomnia, vivid dreaming, sleep apnea, acting out while dreaming, or periodic leg movements.
References
- Identifying Narcolepsy Symptoms Is Important Narcolepsy Link. 2021. https://www.narcolepsylink.com/screening-and-diagnosis/recognizing-symptoms/
- Narcolepsy Fact Sheet National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke 2021. https://www.ninds.nih.gov/Disorders/Patient-Caregiver-Education/Fact-Sheets/Narcolepsy-Fact-Sheet
- The Early Signs of Narcolepsy. April 21, 2020. Encroe Research Group. https://encoredocs.com/2020/04/21/the-early-signs-of-narcolepsy/
Read next
Related medical questions
- What is the maximum safe dosage for melatonin?
- Lorazepam vs Xanax: What is the difference?
- Quviviq vs. Ambien: How do they compare?
- Why am I unable to sleep after taking Ambien?
- Ambien: What are 11 Things You Need to Know?
- Is Ambien safe for long-term use?
- Does Melatonin interact with any drugs?
- Is Ambien a controlled substance?
- Should gabapentin be taken with food?
- Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride vs Citrate: What's the difference?
- Does Valerian Root interact with any drugs?
- How long does melatonin stay in your system?
- Is Ambien a benzo?
- Does caffeine affect Vraylar (cariprazine)?
- Is Ambien addictive?
- Is Dayvigo addictive?
- What is this pill? Tannish peach color, elliptical, marked 10 MG and 5 dots in a small box?
- Can't Sleep? A Pharmacist's Tips for a Good Night's Rest
- Is “Ambien-Tweeting” a Thing?
- Is melatonin safe for kids to take?
- How do I use prescription sleeping pills safely?
- What is the mechanism of action for Quviviq?
- Making Sense of PMS
- What are the early signs of narcolepsy?
- What is the difference between narcolepsy and idiopathic hypersomnia?
- How do you test for narcolepsy?
- What is the treatment for narcolepsy?
- Modafinil vs Adderall: What's the difference?
- What exactly is Captagon and why was it banned?
- Focalin vs Adderall: What's the difference?
Related support groups
- Insomnia (630 questions, 2,621 members)
- Narcolepsy (79 questions, 397 members)