Hetlioz
(tasimelteon)
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Keeps the sleep cycle normal for completely blind people who aren't able to see light.
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Our bottom line
Hetlioz (tasimelteon) is the only approved medicine to help completely blind people who are unable to see light maintain regular sleep cycles. It is only available as a brand name, so it can be expensive.
Quick facts about Hetlioz
- Drug class: Neuro/psych
- Rx status: Prescription only
- Generic status: No lower cost generic available
Upsides
- Hetlioz (tasimelteon) is not addictive.
- Hetlioz (tasimelteon) is the only drug that's approved to help people unable to see light to have regular sleep cycles.
- If you have to stop taking Hetlioz (tasimelteon) suddenly, you're not likely to have withdrawal.
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Downsides
- Hetlioz (tasimelteon) can take weeks to months for you to notice any effect.
- Hetlioz (tasimelteon) is only available as a brand name so it can be expensive.
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Hetlioz (tasimelteon) is a melatonin receptor agonist. It helps you to sleep at night and stay awake during the day.
Quick facts about Hetlioz
- Drug class: Neuro/psych
- Rx status: Prescription only
- Generic status: No lower cost generic available
Used for
- Non-24 hour sleep-wake cycle
Dosage forms
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Prices and coupons
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See more prices and coupons in your areaWhat to expect when you take Hetlioz (tasimelteon) for Non-24 hour sleep wake cycle
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- Effectiveness
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- Possible side effects
- Headache
- Nightmares or abnormal dreams
Side effect rates for Hetlioz (tasimelteon)
From 84 clinical trials of Hetlioz when taken for non-24 hour sleep wake disorder
- Headache17%17%7%7%
- Abnormal liver tests10%10%5%5%
- Nightmares or abnormal dreams10%10%
- Common cold or flu7%7%
- Urinary tract infection7%7%2%2%
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Where we got our data »
The placebo bar shows how common a side effect was for people taking a sugar pill instead of Hetlioz.
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Risks and Warnings for Hetlioz (tasimelteon)
Skip risks section. Skip to common concerns section.Don't take Hetlioz (tasimelteon) unless you're planning to sleep, since it can make you sleepy and less able to concentrate.
Common concerns from people taking Hetlioz (tasimelteon)
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- If you go to sleep at a different time, don't take Hetlioz (tasimelteon).