F ASH
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➤ We recommend that clinicians use modafinil for the treatment of
narcolepsy in adults. (S)
➤ We recommend that clinicians use pitolisant for the treatment of
narcolepsy in adults. (S)
➤ We recommend that clinicians use sodium oxybate for the
treatment of narcolepsy in adults. (S)
➤ We recommend that clinicians use solriamfetol for the treatment of
narcolepsy in adults. (S)
➤ We suggest that clinicians use armodafinil for the treatment of
narcolepsy in adults. (C)
➤ We suggest that clinicians use dextroamphetamine for the
treatment of narcolepsy in adults. (C)
➤ We suggest that clinicians use methylphenidate for the treatment of
narcolepsy in adults. (C)
Strength of Recommendation and Quality of Evidence
Grade Strength Implication
S Strong
recommendation:
"We recommend…"
Almost all patients should receive the recommended
course of action. Adherence to this recommendation
could be used as a quality criterion or performance
indicator.
C Conditional
recommendation:
"We suggest…"
Most patients should receive the suggested course of
action; however, different choices may be appropriate
for different patients. e clinician must help each
patient determine if the suggested course of action is
clinically appropriate and consistent with his or her
values and preferences.
Adult Patients With Narcolepsy
Quick Reference Pocket Guide
Excerpts from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine™ clinical practice
guideline for Treatment of Central Disorders of Hypersomnolence
