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Melatonin

A biogenic amine that is found in animals and plants. In mammals, melatonin is produced by the PINEAL GLAND. Its secretion increases in darkness and decreases during exposure to light. Melatonin is implicated in the regulation of SLEEP, mood, and REPRODUCTION. Melatonin is also an effective antioxidant.
Also Known As:
Acetamide, N-(2-(5-methoxy-1H-indol-3-yl)ethyl)-
Networked: 11033 relevant articles (1496 outcomes, 3066 trials/studies)

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1. Reiter, Russel J: 425 articles (11/2022 - 01/2002)
2. Cardinali, Daniel P: 82 articles (04/2022 - 01/2002)
3. Tan, Dun-Xian: 59 articles (04/2022 - 01/2000)
4. Reiter, R J: 54 articles (03/2021 - 01/2000)
5. Govitrapong, Piyarat: 49 articles (09/2022 - 01/2005)
6. Escames, Germaine: 49 articles (04/2022 - 01/2003)
7. Acuña-Castroviejo, Darío: 46 articles (01/2022 - 05/2003)
8. Pandi-Perumal, Seithikurippu R: 38 articles (04/2022 - 01/2006)
9. Dominguez-Rodriguez, Alberto: 34 articles (02/2022 - 04/2004)
10. Zisapel, Nava: 34 articles (02/2022 - 02/2002)

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2. Inflammation (Inflammations)
3. Sleep Initiation and Maintenance Disorders (Insomnia)
4. Sleep Wake Disorders
5. Ischemia

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1. Antioxidants
2. Hormones (Hormone)
3. Cytokines
4. Proteins (Proteins, Gene)
5. Cisplatin (Platino)
6. Free Radicals
7. Melatonin Receptors (Melatonin Receptor)
8. ramelteon (Rozerem)
9. Doxorubicin (Adriamycin)
10. Enzymes

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2. Drug Therapy (Chemotherapy)
3. Radiotherapy
4. Phototherapy (Light Therapy)
5. Premedication