From Darkness to Light : Clinical Insights on Melatonin

Melatonin also known as ‘sleep hormone’ is synthesized and released from the pineal gland in response to the luminous information. Melatonin primarily contributes to the regulation of biological rhythms and induction of sleep. Apart from this, due to its inherent anti-oxidant property, it is known to impart protection to various tissues. In addition, it also exhibits multiplicity of physiological effects all over the body. At therapeutic level, Melatonin is used for the management of primary as well as secondary sleep disorders, jet lag, and synchronization of cardiac rhythms. Additionally, due to its pleiotropic benefits it is used in various disorders.