The study will consist of an up to 45-day Screening/Baseline Period, a Double-Blind Treatment Period, and an optional Open-Label Extension Period.
After completion of all Baseline assessments, patients who meet all eligibility criteria will be randomized 1:1 to receive once daily pitolisant or matching placebo. During the Double-Blind Treatment Period, in-person visits will be at Day 29, Day 57, and Day 77. Patients who do not elect to enter the Open-Label Extension Period will have follow-up visits 15 days and 30 days after the final dose of study drug.
During the optional Open-Label Extension Period, in-person visits will be at Day 113, Day 260, and Day 441. Patients will have follow-up visits 15 days and 30 days after the final dose of pitolisant.