WAKIX Personal Stories

Kristen - Living with narcolepsy Taking WAKIX since 2020

Hear What Real People Have to Say About WAKIX

Watch real people living with narcolepsy as they share their journeys with the disorder and how WAKIX has helped them

Meet Tara

Healthcare worker, narcolepsy advocate,
aunt, dog mom

After receiving her narcolepsy diagnosis, Tara felt both relieved and nervous. Hear how she got started on WAKIX and what she noticed about her excessive daytime sleepiness as time went on.

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Meet Dana

Physician, illustrator, dream-chaser

When Dana learned about narcolepsy in medical school, she realized the symptoms she was experiencing were not normal. Hear why Dana’s sleep specialist recommended WAKIX and the changes she experienced in her excessive daytime sleepiness and cataplexy.

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Meet Tatiana

Writer, painter, nature lover

When Tatiana was in college, she started falling asleep in class. Hear how she learned about WAKIX and what she noticed about her excessive daytime sleepiness after starting WAKIX.

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Meet Elaine

Hockey fan, extrovert, dog mom

After struggling with her excessive daytime sleepiness at work, Elaine made the tough decision to quit a job she loved. When she heard about WAKIX at her narcolepsy support group, she asked her doctor about trying it. Hear Elaine share her story of starting WAKIX and how her loved ones noticed a difference in her symptoms.

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Meet Chris

Mental health counselor, weight lifter, explorer

After assessing Chris’s excessive daytime sleepiness and cataplexy, his healthcare provider suggested that it might be time for a change. After they worked together to find the right dose of WAKIX, Chris’s family and friends noticed a difference. Hear how Chris found a plan that worked for him.

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Meet Kristen

Nonprofit fundraiser, traveler, music lover

After years of struggling with excessive daytime sleepiness, Kristen continued to have conversations with her healthcare providers about what she was feeling. Hear Kristen share what got her interested in WAKIX and the importance of open communication with her healthcare provider.

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Meet Bridgette

Navy veteran, philosophy enthusiast, advocate

When Bridgette started falling asleep at work, she knew something needed to change. Hear about her journey to a diagnosis and how WAKIX has helped.

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Meet Lindsey

Baker, gardener, dreamer

After learning about WAKIX through narcolepsy support groups, Lindsey asked her doctor for more information about how WAKIX might help improve her excessive daytime sleepiness. This is her story of how she found the wakefulness she was looking for.

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Meet Celina

Healthcare worker, graduate student, dog mom

When Celina found herself fighting to keep her eyes open during the day, she knew it was time to seek help. Hear about Celina’s experience starting WAKIX and how she realized WAKIX was working for her.

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Your story matters

Everyone has a unique story to tell. Sharing yours can help educate and inspire others living with narcolepsy. We're looking for people like you to share your narcolepsy journey and your experience with WAKIX.

If you are 18 years or older and want to learn more about the opportunity to share your story, we would like to hear from you!

Please call 855-WAKIXSTORY (855-925-4978).