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What is
therapeutic melatonin
?Pronunciation: /ˌθɛrəˈpjutɪk ˌmɛləˈtoʊnɪn/
therapeutic melatonin
Definition
A therapeutic chemically synthesized form of the pineal indole melatonin with antioxidant properties. The pineal synthesis and secretion of melatonin, a serotonin-derived neurohormone, is dependent on beta-adrenergic receptor function. Melatonin is involved in numerous biological functions including circadian rhythm, sleep, the stress response, aging, and immunity.