The potential therapeutic effect of melatonin in Gastro-Esophageal Reflux Disease. – Cost Effective Supplements

The potential therapeutic effect of melatonin in Gastro-Esophageal Reflux Disease.

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http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20082715

Conclusion of this study

The present study showed that oral melatonin is a promising therapeutic agent for the treatment of GERD. It is an effective line of treatment in relieving epigastric pain and heartburn. However, further studies are required to confirm the efficacy and long-term safety of melatonin before being recommended for routine clinical use.