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How to access Sodium Oxybate in Australia
and why is Sodium Oxybate is not TGA registered (approved) or PBS listed? Update – November 2025 The supply arrangements for Xyrem® (sodium oxybate) in Australia have recently changed. UCB Pharma, the company that has been importing and supplying Xyrem® under the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) Special Access Scheme (SAS), has confirmed that they can no longer continue supply due to global distribution changes made by the manufacturer, Jazz Pharmaceuticals. To prevent

Michelle Chadwick
Nov 87 min read


From Diagnosis to Aftercare
Guidance for Health Professionals supporting individuals with Narcolepsy and Idiopathic Hypersomnia The relief individuals may experience when diagnosed with narcolepsy and idiopathic hypersomnia, the confirmation that they have a genuine disorder, is often short-lived. This document aims to guide health professionals in helping individuals prepare for this adjustment and support them in managing their expectations. Click here to download a copy of this information. Discus

Michelle Chadwick
Nov 34 min read


Top Tips for Living with Hypersomnia
Top Tips for Living with Hypersomnia. Practical advice for Patients, Carers, and treating Doctors.

Michelle Chadwick
Nov 35 min read


Update on Xyrem® (Sodium Oxybate) Supply in Australia
Many people living with Narcolepsy or Idiopathic Hypersomnia (IH) have been asking what’s happening with Xyrem® (sodium oxybate) supply in Australia. I have met with representatives from UCB Pharma and also communicated directly with MedSurge, the company now supporting supply. Here’s what we can confirm - and why you can still access treatment. What’s happening UCB Pharma, who have been importing and supplying Xyrem® in Australia under the TGA’s Special Access Scheme (SAS)

Michelle Chadwick
Oct 312 min read


Sleep DownUnder 2025 Highlights
From the perspective of Central Disorders of Hypersomnolence - Idiopathic Hypersomnia & Narcolepsy

Michelle Chadwick
Oct 2521 min read


Insights from a 10-Year Australasian Idiopathic Hypersomnia Patient Data Registry Study
This is the first registry study of patients with IH in Australia and NZ. It demonstrates the value of patient registries to better…

Michelle Chadwick
Sep 37 min read


Sleep DownUnder - Hypersomnolence Australia Delegate Opportunity
We are excited to offer two people the opportunity to represent Hypersomnolence Australia at this year's Sleep DownUnder Conference.

Michelle Chadwick
Mar 173 min read


Sleep DownUnder 2024 - Update
Last year, I noted that the recent attention on Idiopathic Hypersomnia and narcolepsy, both globally and in Australia, has been...

Michelle Chadwick
Nov 22, 20246 min read


How can I improve my quality of life?
Idiopathic Hypersomnia - How can I improve my quality of life?

Michelle Chadwick
May 21, 202417 min read
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Idiopathic Hypersomnia has come a long way, and so have I
Michelle Chadwick is the founder of Hypersomnolence Australia (HA), the world’s first not for profit organisation to be dedicated to Idiopathic Hypersomnia (IH). In the same year, 2013, that Michelle started HA she created the worldwide Idiopathic Hypersomnia Awareness Week . In 2022 she gave a presentation at the Idiopathic Hypersomnia & Narcolepsy Education Day . This was an event she organised and included local and international speakers including Prof Yves Dauvilliers.


Catch up on the latest NEWS - July 2023
Catch up on Idiopathic Hypersomnia & Narcolepsy NEWS - includes all the latest in AUSTRALIAN RESEARCH NEWS!


CLEARANCE SALE on all merchandise
CLEARANCE SALE on all merchandise that we have on hand (limited numbers so be quick!) All prices include FREE POSTAGE to addresses in...


Write to policymakers
Ever considered writing to policymakers eg: your local member, the Federal and State Health Ministers? But don’t know where to start or...


Living with Idiopathic Hypersomnia & Living with Narcolepsy Community Groups
Hypersomnolence Australia believes in providing quality support to individuals living with Idiopathic Hypersomnia (IH) and Narcolepsy,...


Idiopathic Hypersomnia Factsheet
THIS POST IS UPDATED WHENEVER OUR FACTSHEET IS UPDATED ie: the copy at the bottom of this post is our most current factsheet. Have you or...


Celebrating 10 years as the world's first not for profit charity for Idiopathic Hypersomnia
Hypersomnolence Australia is celebrating 10 years as a Not for Profit Health Promotion Charity raising awareness, providing support, and...


Fundraising Made Easy with Ritchies IGA & Drakes Supermarkets
We have nominated Ritchies IGA and Drakes Supermarkets as our Fundraising Partners. Help Hypersomnolence Australia help you! Recruit your friends and family too, and let them know what a deserving cause they’re supporting, just by shopping at Ritchies IGA and Drakes Supermarkets when they scan their app code. DRAKES SUPERMARKETS If you live in South Australia (SA) or Queensland (QLD) and have a Drakes store near you* download the mydrakes app from the Apple or Google play


Idiopathic Hypersomnia - Advocacy and Awareness
During the Idiopathic Hypersomnia & Narcolepsy Education Day in April this year, we discussed what was needed for Idiopathic Hypersomnia (IH), not just in Australia, but around the world. Prof Ron Grunstein and Dr David Cunnington's presentations both centred around what the current IH challenges are and how we can address them. Prof Yves Dauvilliers (a leading IH and Narcolepsy researcher from Montpellier, France) was also one of our speakers. His 5 year goal is to get IH t


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