Which of the following is the brand name for suvorexant, an insomnia medication?

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Which of the following is the brand name for suvorexant, an insomnia medication?

Suvorexant’s brand name is Belsomra. This medication works by blocking orexin receptors, which helps reduce wakefulness and makes it easier to fall and stay asleep. That mechanism is different from the other options: Ambien CR is zolpidem, a sedative-hypnotic that acts on GABA receptors; ZzzQuil is an OTC sleep aid containing diphenhydramine; Lunesta is eszopiclone, another GABAergic hypnotic. Because Belsomra is the brand specifically used for suvorexant, it is the correct match.

Suvorexant’s brand name is Belsomra. This medication works by blocking orexin receptors, which helps reduce wakefulness and makes it easier to fall and stay asleep. That mechanism is different from the other options: Ambien CR is zolpidem, a sedative-hypnotic that acts on GABA receptors; ZzzQuil is an OTC sleep aid containing diphenhydramine; Lunesta is eszopiclone, another GABAergic hypnotic. Because Belsomra is the brand specifically used for suvorexant, it is the correct match.

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