Novel Formula Containing Melatonin Precursors for Sleep Regulation
Abstract This study aimed to assess the efficacy of a new formulation containing melatonin precursors in patients with sleep disorders. Thirty-six individuals were divided into two groups: one receiving the new formulation and the other a placebo, for 30 days. Sleep quality was evaluated using the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) questionnaire before and after intervention. It showed significant improvements in sleep quality, including reduced time to fall asleep, fewer nighttime awakenings, and higher overall satisfaction, in the group receiving the new formulation. However, some aspects, such as difficulty staying awake during the day, did not show significant differences. Comparison between groups revealed initial disparities in sleep-related aspects, which narrowed after intervention in the formulation supplement group. These findings suggest that the new formulation may effectively improve sleep quality, emphasizing the need for further research to comprehensively understand its impact on sleep and overall health.
Authors
- Guilherme Moreira Caetano Pinto (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1971-6637)
- Mauro Pio dos Santos Júnior (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0001-5705-6203)
- Mariane Zancanaro Gallina (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5304-7449)
- Guilherme dos Anjos Camargo (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3440-2791)
- Bruno Pedroso (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7905-2393)
- Emanuella Regina Vilhena da Silva (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8926-2127)
- Ângelo César D’Urso Panerari (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1524-8186)
- Giovani Marino Fávero (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1946-3262)
- Millena de Castro Vila Nova Dias
- D Oliveira (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0004-6182-3091)
Institutions
- Centro Universitário Una (BR)
- Universidade Estadual de Ponta Grossa (BR)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Brazilian Archives of Biology and Technology
- Published
- 2025-01-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1590/1678-4324-2025240888
- Primary Topic
- Sleep and related disorders
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00