Narcolepsy-cataplexy syndrome
MONDO:0016158A type of narcolepsy characterized by excessive day-time sleepiness associated with uncontrollable sleep urges and cataplexy (loss of muscle tone often triggered by pleasant emotions).
Also known as: Gelineau disease, Gelineau syndrome, Gelineau's syndrome, Gélineau disease, narcolepsy type 1, narcolepsy with cataplexy, narcolepsy-cataplexy syndrome, narcoleptic syndrome
58 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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New narcolepsy drug aims to keep patients awake and strong
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a drug called samelisant in 240 people with narcolepsy (with or without cataplexy). The goal is to see if it reduces excessive daytime sleepiness and sudden muscle weakness episodes over 12 weeks. Participants will take the drug or a placebo and report their slee…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Suven Life Sciences Limited • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New dosing options for xywav could help fight daytime sleepiness
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis Phase 3 study tests whether expanded dosing regimens of Xywav can safely reduce excessive daytime sleepiness in adults with narcolepsy or idiopathic hypersomnia. About 108 participants will receive either Xywav or a placebo in a randomized withdrawal design. The main goal is…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Jazz Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Can a narcolepsy drug fix ICU sleep problems?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a drug called gamma-hydroxybutyrate (GHB) can help intensive care patients get better deep sleep. Sleep problems are very common in the ICU and can lead to serious issues like confusion and longer recovery. The trial will give GHB or a placebo to 24 adult…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Can a bedtime pill fix sleep troubles in kids with anorexia?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a slow-release melatonin (PedPRM) in 120 children aged 6 to 18 who have anorexia nervosa and trouble sleeping. Participants take either melatonin or a placebo for 13 weeks. The goal is to see if it safely improves total sleep time and related symptoms like anxiet…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Assistance Publique Hopitaux De Marseille • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Sleep therapy could be key to preventing suicide in young adults
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether adding sleep-focused treatments to standard psychiatric care can reduce suicide risk in young adults. About 90 college students with suicidal thoughts and sleep problems will be randomly assigned to one of three sleep interventions. Researchers will tr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Pittsburgh • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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New hope for narcolepsy nightmares: therapy without pills
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a non-medication therapy called Imagery Rehearsal Therapy to see if it can reduce nightmares in adults with narcolepsy. About 80 participants will receive the therapy and complete three assessments, with half starting right away and half later. The goal is to imp…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Utah • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC