MT6
MT6 Brand names, MT6 Analogs
MT6 Brand Names Mixture
- No information avaliable
MT6 Chemical_Formula
C13H16N2O2
MT6 RX_link
No information avaliable
MT6 fda sheet
MT6 msds (material safety sheet)
MT6 Synthesis Reference
Szmuszkovicz et al., J. Org. Chem. 25, 857 (1960)
MT6 Molecular Weight
232.278 g/mol
MT6 Melting Point
117 oC
MT6 H2O Solubility
No information avaliable
MT6 State
Solid
MT6 LogP
1.536
MT6 Dosage Forms
Capsules; Liquid; Lozenge; Tablets
MT6 Indication
For the treatment of insomnia and jet lag
MT6 Pharmacology
Melatonin is a hormone normally produced in the pineal gland and released into the blood. The essential amino acid L-tryptophan is a precursor in the synthesis of melatonin. It helps regulate sleep-wake cycles or the circadian rhythm. Production of melatonin is stimulated by darkness and inhibited by light. High levels of melatonin induce sleep and so consumption of the drug can be used to combat insomnia and jet lag.
MT6 Absorption
The absorption and bioavailability of melatonin varies widely.
MT6 side effects and Toxicity
Oral, rat: LD50 = >3200 mg/kg
MT6 Patient Information
MT6 Organisms Affected
Humans and other mammals
