Melatonex
Melatonex Brand names, Melatonex Analogs
Melatonex Brand Names Mixture
- No information avaliable
Melatonex Chemical_Formula
C13H16N2O2
Melatonex RX_link
No information avaliable
Melatonex fda sheet
Melatonex msds (material safety sheet)
Melatonex Synthesis Reference
Szmuszkovicz et al., J. Org. Chem. 25, 857 (1960)
Melatonex Molecular Weight
232.278 g/mol
Melatonex Melting Point
117 oC
Melatonex H2O Solubility
No information avaliable
Melatonex State
Solid
Melatonex LogP
1.536
Melatonex Dosage Forms
Capsules; Liquid; Lozenge; Tablets
Melatonex Indication
For the treatment of insomnia and jet lag
Melatonex 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.
Melatonex Absorption
The absorption and bioavailability of melatonin varies widely.
Melatonex side effects and Toxicity
Oral, rat: LD50 = >3200 mg/kg
Melatonex Patient Information
Melatonex Organisms Affected
Humans and other mammals
