Melatonin, temazepam and placebo in hospitalised older patients with sleeping problems (MATCH): a study protocol of randomised controlled trial.

Author: BeishuizenSara J, BosmanSjanne, HempeniusLiesbeth, SmidtNynke, StenveldFiona, de RooijSophia E, van MunsterBarbara C, van der VeldeNathalie

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Hospitalised older patients frequently suffer from inadequate sleep, which can lead to patient distress and delayed recovery from acute illness or surgical procedure. Currently, no evidence-based treatments exist for sleeping problems in hospitalised older patients. Benzodiazepines, such as temazepa...See full text at original site
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引用元:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6537975/

データ提供:米国国立医学図書館(NLM)

Melatonin vs. Temazepam for Sleep Problems in Hospitalized Older Adults

Sleep is essential for everyone, especially hospitalized older adults who are often dealing with acute illness or surgery. This research examines the effectiveness of melatonin and temazepam, both commonly used for sleep problems, compared to placebo in hospitalized older patients. This study aims to determine which treatment is most effective for improving sleep quality in this vulnerable population.

Seeking Solutions for Sleepless Nights in Hospitals

This research aims to fill a critical gap in healthcare. It's a well-designed, randomized controlled trial, comparing the effects of melatonin and temazepam to placebo in hospitalized older patients with sleeping problems. This study will provide valuable evidence-based information on the efficacy and safety of these medications for this specific population.

Finding Better Sleep for Hospitalized Older Adults

The results of this study could be significant for hospitalized older adults. If melatonin proves effective and safe, it could offer a valuable alternative to benzodiazepines like temazepam, which can have serious side effects, especially for older adults. This research could lead to improved sleep quality and potentially faster recovery for this population.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

Imagine a camel caravan resting under the starry desert sky, enjoying a peaceful sleep. This research seeks to find a way to help hospitalized older adults experience that same kind of restful sleep. By comparing the effectiveness of melatonin and temazepam, this study could lead to a more comfortable and restorative experience for these patients.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2020-05-13
  2. Date Revised 2020-05-13
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

31122969

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

PMC6537975

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English

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