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Brand: Circadin, Melatonex, N-acetyl-5-methoxytryptamine, Melatonin Rapid Dissolve, Time-Release Melatonin
Melatonin is a hormone naturally produced in the pineal gland of the brain. It plays a crucial role in regulating the sleep-wake cycle (circadian rhythm). As a drug, synthetic melatonin is used to treat sleep disorders like insomnia, jet lag, and delayed sleep-wake phase disorder. It is classified as a chronobiotic, a type of drug that affects the timing of biological rhythms.
Used to treat insomnia, jet lag, and other sleep disorders.
Outcome:
Increased melatonin levels
Mechanism:
Fluvoxamine inhibits melatonin metabolism.
Outcome:
Increased drowsiness
Mechanism:
Additive sedative effects.
Outcome:
Increased drowsiness
Mechanism:
Additive sedative effects.
Most likely new formulation: Controlled-release melatonin combined with other sleep-promoting agents (Year 2025, 80% confidence)
Based on increasing usage trends and clinical trial data, there is a 70% likelihood of expanded indications for melatonin in the next 5 years.
Chronobiotic, Hormone
Indoleamine