Sleep medicines treat sleep disorders and increase sleep quality and quantity. Sleep medicine treats insomnia, sleep apnea, restless legs syndrome, and narcolepsy.

Sleep disorder type and severity determine sleep medication treatment. Common sleep disorder medications:

1. Insomnia drugs induce and maintain sleep.
2. CPAP for sleep apnea: CPAP machines keep airways open by providing consistent airflow. The most frequent treatment for OSA improves breathing and reduces snoring.
3. Restless leg syndrome medications help relieve restless legs syndrome symptoms.
4. Narcolepsy stimulants can help  stay awake.