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Goodbye CPAP? New sleep apnea pill cuts breathing events by 44% - Science Daily

Published by Science Daily 1 September 2026 at 07:51
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Goodbye CPAP? New sleep apnea pill cuts breathing events by 44% - Science Daily
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A once-nightly pill cut breathing interruptions by about 44% in a major phase 3 sleep apnea trial, while improving oxygen levels and disease severity. By strengthening the muscles that keep the airway open during sleep, AD109 could offer a new option for peop…

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