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Aug 31, 2026

Sleep apnea pill reduces breathing events by 44% in phase 3 trial

A once-nightly pill cut breathing interruptions by approximately 44% in a major phase 3 sleep apnea trial, while improving oxygen levels and disease severity by strengthening airway muscles.

Aug 31, 2026·2 sources
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Mar 31, 2026

Eli Lilly Acquires Centessa Pharmaceuticals for $6.3 Billion to Gain Narcolepsy Drug

Eli Lilly announced the acquisition of Centessa Pharmaceuticals in a deal worth at least $6.3 billion, gaining access to a promising narcolepsy treatment as part of its expansion strategy.

Mar 31, 2026·1 source
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Top claims

  • ▪The most frequently reported side effects of AD109 in the phase 3 trial were dry mouth, nausea, insomnia, and difficulty urinating
  • ▪Participants receiving a placebo in the SynAIRgy trial experienced an 18% reduction in their apnea-hypoxia index, compared to the 44% reduction seen in the AD109 group
  • ▪Continuous Positive Airway Pressure remains the gold standard treatment for obstructive sleep apnea, but many patients remain untreated or undertreated due to difficulty tolerating the device

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Drug Approval and Clinical Trials2Sleep & circadian rhythm2Clinical trials1Insomnia1Pharma1Sleep apnea1

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