Journal of Asian Medical Students' Association
Comparative Efficacy and Safety of Dual Orexin Receptor Antagonists (DORAs) Versus Z-Drugs for Insomnia in Older Adults : A Systematic Review
Introduction Insomnia affects up to 48% of older adults globally, often treated with Z-drugs that increase the risk of cognitive impairment and falls.1,4 Dual Orexin Receptor Antagonists (DORAs) offer a targeted alternative by specifically suppressing wakefulness-promoting pathways to minimize these adverse effects.7,8 Method This systematic review of Randomized Controlled Trials was conducted using the PRISMA guideline with references found in multiple online databases including PubMed, ScienceDirect, Proquest and …