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Which orexin receptor antagonist is approved for treatment of insomnia ?

A
Suvorexant
B
Doxepin
C
Ritanserin
D
Agomelatine
High-Yield Explanation
Suvorexant MOA : Orexin 1 and 2 receptors inhibitor Orexin antagonist enhance REM and non-REM sleep. Suvorexant decreases sleep onset latency Dose : 10-mg dose within 30 min of going to bed S/E : Daytime somnolence

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