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Sleep Drug Shows Promise Against Alzheimer's, Experts Warn Caution

4/7/2025

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A groundbreaking study in the Annals of Neurology reveals that suvorexant, a sleep medication, could potentially combat Alzheimer's by reducing harmful proteins like amyloid-beta and tau in healthy adults. While the findings are hopeful, experts urge caution regarding long-term use, particularly for older adults who may be at higher risk.

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A groundbreaking study in the Annals of Neurology reveals that suvorexant, a sleep medication, could potentially combat Alzheimer's by reducing harmful proteins like amyloid-beta and tau in healthy adults. While the findings are hopeful, experts urge caution regarding long-term use, particularly for older adults who may be at higher risk.