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Lemborexant

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

Lemborexant 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 Lemborexant 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, Cytochrome P450 2B6 Inducers, Orexin Receptor Antagonists
US FDA first approval
20 December 2019
EU status
Not recorded
Orphan designation
Not recorded
WHO essential medicine
Not recorded
India (CDSCO)
Not yet confirmed against CDSCO approval lists
Routes
Oral
Dosage forms
Tablet
Identifiers
UNII 0K5743G68XCAS 1369764-02-2DrugBank DB11951Q20707990

Clinical information

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

Uses

DAYVIGO is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with insomnia, characterized by difficulties with sleep onset and/or sleep maintenance. DAYVIGO 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 lemborexant 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

Recommended dose is 5 mg taken no more than once per night, immediately before going to bed, with at least 7 hours remaining before the planned time of awakening. Dosage may be increased to 10 mg based on clinical response and tolerability. The maximum recommended dose is 10 mg once daily. Time to sleep onset may be delayed if taken with or soon after a meal. Hepatic Impairment: ○ Moderate hepatic impairment: Initial and maximum recommended dosage is 5 mg no more than once per night. ○ Severe hepatic impairment: Not recommended.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

Warnings and precautions

CNS Depressant Effects and Daytime Impairment: Impairs alertness and motor coordination including morning impairment. Risk increases with dose and use with other central nervous system (CNS) depressants. For patients taking DAYVIGO 10 mg, caution against next-day driving and other activities requiring complete mental alertness. Sleep Paralysis, Hypnagogic/Hypnopompic Hallucinations, and Cataplexy-like Symptoms: May occur with use of DAYVIGO. Complex Sleep Behaviors: Behaviors including sleep-walking, sleep-driving, and engaging in other activities while not fully awake may occur. Discontinue immediately if a complex sleep behavior occurs. Compromised Respiratory Function: Effect on respiratory function should be considered. Worsening of Depression/Suicidal Ideation: Worsening of depression or suicidal thinking may occur.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

Side effects

The following clinically significant adverse reactions are discussed in detail in other sections of the labeling: CNS Depressant Effects and Daytime Impairment Sleep Paralysis, Hypnagogic/Hypnopompic Hallucinations, and Cataplexy-like Symptoms Complex Sleep Behaviors Patients with Compromised Respiratory Function Worsening of Depression/Suicidal Ideation The most common adverse reaction (reported in ≥5% of patients treated with DAYVIGO and at least twice the rate of placebo) was somnolence.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

Interactions

Strong or moderate CYP3A inhibitors: Avoid concomitant use. Weak CYP3A inhibitors: The maximum recommended dose is 5 mg. Strong or moderate CYP3A 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 Lemborexant, sorted by availability.

MedicineManufacturerRegisterAvailability
Dayvigo 10 mg tabletOralEisaiUS FDAAvailable on request
Dayvigo 5 mg tabletOralEisaiUS 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 20 December 2019Drugs@FDA
EU (EMA)Not recorded—
India (CDSCO)Not yet confirmed against CDSCO approval lists—
United StatesRegisteredUS FDA (NDC directory, openFDA)Checked 12 November 2026

Questions and answers

Is Lemborexant available for export from India?

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

What brand names does Lemborexant have?

The catalogue lists 1 brand names for Lemborexant, including Dayvigo.

Is Lemborexant approved by the US FDA?

Yes. The US FDA first approved Lemborexant on 20 December 2019, according to Drugs@FDA.

Does Lemborexant need cold chain shipping?

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

References

  1. DAYVIGO prescribing information (Eisai). U.S. National Library of Medicine, DailyMed. Retrieved 24 February 2025

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