The Use of Melatonin for Delirium Prevention in Medically Hospitalized Patients

Recruiting Phase 2 Phase 3 Interventional Study
Delirium
Pivotal Trial This treatment is in the last trial phase before FDA approval. Prior Safety Data This treatment has already been tested in at least one earlier human trial.
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At a Glance
Age
65 and older
Sex
Any
Trial phase
Phase 2/3
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Treatment
Participants needed
240 (estimated)
Sponsor
Sultan Qaboos University · Other
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About This Trial
The high prevalence of delirium in hospitalized older adults, with significant associated morbidity and mortality, emphasize the need for effective prevention strategies. Limited trials have explored melatonin's potential in preventing delirium among patients admitted to general medical wards. Previous trials on melatonin's preventive role in medical wards had limitations, necessitating a robust, …
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Patient aged 65 years and above acutely admitted under the care of General Internal Medicine Unit Exclusion Criteria: * Patients admitted to the ward, however meeting requirement for vasopressors or non-invasive ventilation. * Patient admitted through emergency to Intensive …
Contacts

Abdullah M Al Alawi, FRACP

+96895384990

dr.abdullahalalawi@gmail.com

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Juhaina Salim Al Maqbali, MSc

juhaina@squ.edu.om

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