Pitolisant is an inverse agonist (antagonist) of the histamine 3 (H3) autoreceptor. As such, pitolisant is an antihistamine medication that also belongs to the class of CNS stimulants. Pitolisant is also considered a medication of eugeroic class, which means that it promotes wakefulness and alertness. Pitolisant is the first wakefulness-promoting agent that acts by blocking the H3 autoreceptor.
Pitolisant is an inverse agonist (antagonist) of the histamine 3 (H3) autoreceptor. As such, pitolisant is an antihistamine medication that also belongs to the class of CNS stimulants Pitolisant is also considered a medication of eugeroic class which means that it promotes wakefulness and alertness Pitolisant is the first wakefulness-promoting agent that acts by blocking the H3 autoreceptor.