Melatonin study to change uterine contractions near delivery
Treatments studied
Part of Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study tests whether taking melatonin affects uterine contractions (how strongly and how often the uterus tightens) in pregnant people close to delivery. It may help researchers understand whether melatonin can influence labor-related processes and timing.
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Who can take part
- You are pregnant and at least 38 weeks along during the study.
- Your pregnancy involves one baby only (not twins or more).
- You are 18 to 35 years old.
- This is your first pregnancy (no prior births).
- Your pre-pregnancy body mass index (BMI) is under 36.
- You are not taking medicines that affect sleep, melatonin, or your body clock (circadian rhythm), and you do not have conditions that could interfere with melatonin or contraction patterns.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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