Sodium oxybate is a medication that helps manage and treat narcolepsy with cataplexy or excessive daytime sleepiness. The medication belongs to the central nervous system (CNS) depressant class of drugs. This discussion focuses on the indications, administration, contraindications, and precautions of sodium oxybate. The mechanism of action, pharmacokinetics, adverse drug reactions, monitoring strategies, drug-drug interactions, and clinical toxicology are reviewed. The essential role of the interprofessional healthcare team in managing narcolepsy with sodium oxybate is highlighted, with alternatives also presented. A thorough understanding of the complex pharmacology involved in prescribing sodium oxybate empowers healthcare professionals to create personalized treatment plans tailored to individual patients’ specific needs. This knowledge enables informed decision-making concerning dosage regimens while minimizing the risk of adverse reactions. Participating clinicians are better equipped to deliver targeted, safe, and personalized care to patients suffering from narcolepsy. This care is best delivered in coordination with the consultation of primary care and pharmaceutical guidelines.
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- Start Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- End Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- Credit Details: AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™️: 1.0 hours
Nursing: 1.0 hours
Pharmacy: 1.0 hours - MOC Credit Details: ABS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABS)
ABPATH - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABPATH)
ABA - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABA)
ABIM - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Medical Knowledge (ABIM)
ABS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABS)
ABP - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning and Self-Assessment (ABP)
ABOHNS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABOHNS) - Commercial Support: No
- Activity Type: Enduring Material
- CME Finder Type: Online Learning
- Fee to Participate: Variable
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- Specialty: Adolescent Medicine, Chemical Pathology, Forensic Pathology, General Pediatrics, General Surgery, Internal Medicine, Sleep Medicine