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Daridorexant

Orexin Receptor Antagonist
Available on requestControlled substancePsychiatry
Presentations
2
Brands
1
Manufacturers
1
Available from stock
0

Daridorexant is an orexin receptor antagonist indicated for the treatment of adult patients with insomnia, characterized by difficulties with sleep onset and/or sleep maintenance. It is available as tablets for oral use. MedsAcross supplies Daridorexant for export from India to licensed hospitals, importers and physicians acting for named patients, with the documents each country requires.

Information from the US FDA prescribing information, retrieved 12 November 2026. Not yet medically reviewed.How we review

Key facts

Pharmacological class
Orexin Receptor Antagonist, Orexin Receptor Antagonists
ATC classification
N05CJ03 Daridorexant · Hypnotics and sedatives, subgroup N05CJ
US FDA first approval
7 January 2022
EU status
Authorised
Orphan designation
No
WHO essential medicine
Not recorded
India (CDSCO)
Not yet confirmed against CDSCO approval lists
Routes
Oral
Dosage forms
Tablet
Identifiers
UNII LMQ24G57E9DrugBank DB15031Q55112806

Clinical information

From the regulator-approved product information. Each section names its source.

Uses

QUVIVIQ is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with insomnia, characterized by difficulties with sleep onset and/or sleep maintenance. QUVIVIQ is an orexin receptor antagonist indicated for the treatment of adult patients with insomnia, characterized by difficulties with sleep onset and/or sleep maintenance.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

How it works

The mechanism of action of daridorexant in the treatment of insomnia is presumed to be through antagonism of orexin receptors. The orexin neuropeptide signaling system plays a role in wakefulness. Blocking the binding of wake-promoting neuropeptides orexin A and orexin B to receptors OX1R and OX2R is thought to suppress wake drive.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

Dosing overview

The recommended dosage is 25 mg to 50 mg once per night, taken orally within 30 minutes before going to bed, with at least 7 hours remaining prior to planned awakening. Time to sleep onset may be delayed if taken with or soon after a meal. Hepatic Impairment: Moderate hepatic impairment: Maximum recommended dosage is 25 mg no more than once per night. Severe hepatic impairment: Not recommended.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

Contraindications

QUVIVIQ is contraindicated: in patients with narcolepsy. in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to daridorexant or any components of QUVIVIQ. Angioedema with pharyngeal involvement has been reported. Narcolepsy. Known hypersensitivity to daridorexant or other components of QUVIVIQ.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

Warnings and precautions

CNS-Depressant Effects and Daytime Impairment: Impairs alertness and motor coordination including morning impairment. Risk increases when used with other central nervous system (CNS) depressants. For patients taking QUVIVIQ, caution against next-day driving and other activities requiring complete mental alertness. Worsening of Depression/Suicidal Ideation: Worsening of depression or suicidal thinking may occur. Sleep Paralysis, Hypnagogic/Hypnopompic Hallucinations, and Cataplexy-like Symptoms: May occur with use of QUVIVIQ. Complex Sleep Behaviors: Behaviors including sleepwalking, sleep driving, and engaging in other activities while not fully awake may occur. Discontinue immediately if complex sleep behavior occurs. Compromised Respiratory Function: Effect on respiratory function should be considered.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

Side effects

The following are discussed in detail in other sections of the labeling: CNS-Depressant Effects and Daytime Impairment Worsening of Depression/Suicidal Ideation Sleep Paralysis, Hypnagogic/Hypnopompic Hallucinations, and Cataplexy-like Symptoms Complex Sleep Behaviors Patients with Compromised Respiratory Function The most common adverse reactions (reported in ≥ 5% of patients treated with QUVIVIQ and at an incidence ≥ than placebo) were headache and somnolence or fatigue.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

Interactions

Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors: Avoid concomitant use. Moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors: Maximum recommended dose is 25 mg. Moderate or Strong CYP3A4 inducers: Avoid concomitant use.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

Storage

Store at 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F), excursions permitted between 15°C and 30°C (59°F and 86°F).

Source: US FDA prescribing information

For healthcare professionals and buyers. This is not medical advice. Treatment decisions belong to the prescriber.

All presentations

2 presentations of Daridorexant, sorted by availability.

MedicineManufacturerRegisterAvailability
Quviviq 25 mg tabletOralIdorsia PharmaceuticalsUS FDAAvailable on request
Quviviq 50 mg tabletOralIdorsia PharmaceuticalsUS FDAAvailable on request

Brands by market

1 brand names across 1 markets.

Brand names by country

United States

Manufacturers

Regulatory status

Approval facts from US FDA, EMA and CDSCO data, and registration status by country where we hold register data.

RegisterStatusSource
US FDAFirst approved 7 January 2022Drugs@FDA
EU (EMA)AuthorisedEMA medicines data
India (CDSCO)Not yet confirmed against CDSCO approval lists—
AustriaRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
BelgiumRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
BulgariaRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
CroatiaRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
CyprusRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
CzechiaRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
DenmarkRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
EstoniaRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
FinlandRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
FranceRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
GermanyRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
GreeceRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
HungaryRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
IcelandRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
IrelandRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
ItalyRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
LatviaRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
LiechtensteinRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
LithuaniaRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
LuxembourgRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
MaltaRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
NetherlandsRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
NorwayRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
PolandRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
PortugalRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
RomaniaRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
SlovakiaRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
SloveniaRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
SpainRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
SwedenRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
United StatesRegisteredUS FDA (NDC directory, openFDA)Checked 12 November 2026

Questions and answers

Is Daridorexant available for export from India?

Yes, on request. MedsAcross lists 2 presentations of Daridorexant and sources them for licensed hospitals, importers and physicians against valid import documents.

What brand names does Daridorexant have?

The catalogue lists 1 brand names for Daridorexant, including Quviviq.

Is Daridorexant approved by the US FDA?

Yes. The US FDA first approved Daridorexant on 7 January 2022, according to Drugs@FDA.

Is Daridorexant authorised in the European Union?

Yes. Daridorexant has a central EU marketing authorisation (status: authorised), according to European Medicines Agency data.

Does Daridorexant need cold chain shipping?

No listed presentation of Daridorexant is recorded as needing a cold chain. Storage conditions are shown on each presentation page.

Which ATC class is Daridorexant in?

Daridorexant is classified under ATC code N05CJ03 (Daridorexant).

References

  1. QUVIVIQ prescribing information (Idorsia Pharmaceuticals). U.S. National Library of Medicine, DailyMed. Retrieved 26 February 2026
  2. Quviviq: European public assessment report (EPAR). European Medicines Agency. Retrieved 12 March 2026

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