Could Narcolepsy be brought on by certain Drugs?

As a Narcoleptic, and having a sister who also has this condition, I would have to say No.

The previous poster was correct, Narcolepsy is a neurological condition that you either have or don't! According to my Neurologist if you have it it may not become obvious until later life, but it has always been there in your brain. Unfortunately there is still so much that is not understood about sleep disorders, especially Narcolepsy, that it is hard to understand what causes it. There are loads of theories, (immune system problems, lack of hypocretin etc), but no definitive answer yet. It's a pity because if we knew what caused it maybe we could treat it with something other than stimulants which, as we all know, have horrendous side effects that can sometimes be worse than the condition itself.

Interestingly enough, according to my Neuro, Narcolepsy is actually more common than MS (1 in approx 2500), but is one of the worst conditions for misdiagnosis, with the average sufferer having to wait 10 years between the first symptoms appearing and correct diagnosis.

All I can say, is that if you believe that you have Narcolepsy, do NOT be fobbed off with anti-depressants etc, insist on being referred to a Neurologist and don't give in until you get to see one.

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Narcolepsy cause is not known, but the disorder tends to run in families. This suggest a genetic problem. It has no serious medical problem, but can be frightening and may increase the risk of accidents. It is marked by recurring, irrepressible attacks of sleep during normal waking hours. It can cause sleep paralysis and hallucinations which are temporary.Therefore, since it is a genetic problem, it is not brought on by certain drugs. But it can he treated by drugs such as ephedrine, amphetamine, dextroamphetamine and methylphenidate to releive the condition. The dos may need to be adjusted to prevent side effects such as jitteriness, overactivity, or weight loss.Hope this answers your question.

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