Idiopathic hypersomnia

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Sleep patterns in younger and older adults

Hypersomnia - idiopathic; Drowsiness - idiopathic; Somnolence - idiopathic

Idiopathic hypersomnia is usually treated with stimulant medications such as amphetamine, methylphenidate, and modafinil. These drugs may not work as well for this condition as they do for narcolepsy.

Important lifestyle changes that can help ease symptoms and prevent injury include:

• Avoiding alcohol and medications that can make the condition worse
• Avoiding operating motor vehicles or using dangerous equipment
• Avoiding working at night or social activities that delay bedtime

Review Date: 06/10/2011
Reviewed By: Denis Hadjiliadis, MD, Assistant Professor of Medicine, Division of Pulmonary, Allergy and Critical Care, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org).

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