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Epilepsy drug sulthiame trims sleep apnea events by up to 50% in trial
health1 month ago

Epilepsy drug sulthiame trims sleep apnea events by up to 50% in trial

A European phase II trial with 240 adults showed that nightly 200–300 mg sulthiame reduced sleep-apnea severity by about 30–50% versus placebo, improving breathing interruptions and oxygenation with no major safety concerns. The results suggest a direct pharmacological approach to sleep-disordered breathing, though longer and broader studies are needed to confirm durability and safety beyond CPAP-centered care.

New Pill May Tame Sleep Apnea, Cutting Breathing Pauses
health-and-medicine1 month ago

New Pill May Tame Sleep Apnea, Cutting Breathing Pauses

A European double-blind trial with 298 participants found the drug sulthiame reduced breathing interruptions by up to 47% and improved overnight oxygen levels in adults with moderate to severe sleep apnea, suggesting a pill-based alternative to CPAP, though longer studies are needed to assess long-term safety and sustained effects.