General
Daytime Drowsiness / Sleepiness
Virtual visit

Daytime Drowsiness / Sleepiness

Get expert care for your Daytime Drowsiness / Sleepiness by completing a brief questionnaire and video consult with our medical team.

Licensed providers in all 50 states

Expert-guided, evidence-based treatments

Skip the trip to the doctor's office

Visit options

We'll check any insurance and show you your options before you book.

Video Visit

$25

Est. or $100 w/o insurance

Chat Visit

$30

w/o insurance

Most insurance accepted

Board-certified

No hidden fees

Available nationwide

What to expect from a Daytime Drowsiness / Sleepiness visit

1

Share your health story

Answer a few questions about your goals and concerns. And, we'll gather your full health history from past providers.

2

Meet your clinician

Pick a time that works for you to speak with a licensed clinician. They'll review your health story beforehand, so your visit can be used to listen and dig deeper.

3

Get your care plan

Leave with clear next steps and a personalized care plan. If you need medication, labs, or to see a specialist, your clinician will take care of the details for you.

4

Own your health

Track your progress, schedule follow-ups, and adjust care as your needs evolve. Your care team and General AI is only a few taps away.

Virtual visit with clinician

Ongoing support, always available.

You’ll be supported by experienced clinicians who care for a wide range of health needs, from everyday concerns to more complex conditions.

Our clinicians track your progress over time and adjust your care as needed. If medication is prescribed, we’ll manage dosing and monitor for side effects. If lab testing is recommended, we review results and refine your plan accordingly. You’re never left to navigate care on your own.

All your care in one place. That’s the General Medicine difference.

We help you understand your options, connect you to the right clinicians, manage prescriptions, coordinate any needed evaluations, and keep an eye on your overall health along the way. It’s comprehensive care that looks at the full picture — your goals, your history, your lifestyle — and makes it simple to move forward with confidence.

Your care plan
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Reasons to book your daytime drowsiness visit

Feeling tired all the time — even after a full night's sleep — is a signal, not a personality trait. This visit works through the most likely causes and finds what's actually going on.

You feel sleepy or fatigued most of the day regardless of how much you sleep

You've fallen asleep unexpectedly in situations where you should be alert

You snore heavily or have been told you stop breathing during sleep

You started a new medication and drowsiness became significant around the same time

You want to know if a sleep study is the right next step for your situation

Daytime sleepiness is affecting your safety, work performance, or quality of life

What our customers have to say

“I feel like I’m finally on the right path to improving my health with the right support now! It’s so refreshing and reassuring.”

Emerald

“My experience with General Medicine was amazing. The understanding and care that was taken to figure out what is exactly going on with me. I feel like a weight has been lifted off of me.”

Kaylee

“I couldn’t be happier with my experience with General Medicine! They are fast, responsive, kind and knowledgeable. It is much easier, more affordable and faster.”

Nika

Get the care you need, without the wait.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common causes of excessive daytime sleepiness?

Obstructive sleep apnea is the most important and commonly missed cause — affecting millions of undiagnosed individuals. Insufficient sleep duration, poor sleep quality, narcolepsy, idiopathic hypersomnia, medication side effects, depression, hypothyroidism, and anemia are other significant contributors. A systematic clinical evaluation identifies the cause.

How do I know if my daytime sleepiness is from sleep apnea or just not sleeping enough?

Insufficient sleep resolves predictably with adequate sleep and tends to improve on weekends or vacation. Sleep apnea causes persistent, unrefreshing sleepiness regardless of time in bed — often with snoring, witnessed apneas, and morning headaches. A sleep study objectively distinguishes between them and other sleep disorders.

Could my medication be causing daytime drowsiness?

Yes — antihistamines, benzodiazepines, muscle relaxants, certain blood pressure medications, antidepressants, antiepileptics, and opioids are among the most common medication causes of daytime sedation. A medication review — particularly of recently added or dose-increased medications — is an important early evaluation step.

Is it safe to drive with untreated excessive daytime sleepiness?

No — excessive daytime sleepiness significantly impairs driving ability, reaction time, and decision-making. Patients with untreated sleep apnea or narcolepsy have substantially elevated motor vehicle accident risk. Treating the underlying cause is both medically and legally important for driving safety.

What side effects are associated with daytime sleepiness treatments?

CPAP for sleep apnea may cause nasal dryness and mask discomfort — manageable with equipment adjustment. Modafinil and armodafinil for narcolepsy/hypersomnia may cause headache and insomnia. Sodium oxybate (Xyrem) for narcolepsy carries significant CNS depression risk requiring strict usage protocols. Treating underlying depression or hypothyroidism often resolves associated sleepiness. Daytime Drowsiness / Sleepiness visit What to expect from a Daytime Drowsiness / Sleepiness visit
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