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| Trial / Study | Drug | N | Primary Endpoint | Key Finding |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TONES 3 (2019) | Solriamfetol 150mg | 476 | MWT, ESS | ESS ↓4.5 vs placebo |
| HARMONY III (2020) | Pitolisant 35.6mg | 268 | ESS | ESS ↓3.0, p<0.001 |
| AD109 Phase 2 (2019) | Atomoxetine+Oxybutynin | 20 | AHI | AHI ↓-63% |
| SURMOUNT-OSA (2024) | Tirzepatide 10-15mg QW | 469 | AHI | AHI ↓-55 ev/hr |
| CPAP RCT meta-analysis | CPAP | >10,000 | SBP | SBP ↓2-4 mmHg |
| SAVE trial (2016) | CPAP | 2717 | MACE | No MACE benefit in secondary prevention |
| ISAACC trial (2020) | CPAP | 1264 | Cardiovascular | No reduction in CV events |
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