Effects of Melatonin on Sleep Architecture of Critically Ill Patients in the ICU

This is a pilot study to examine the effects of melatonin on the sleep patterns of critically ill patients. Patients will have their sleep patterns measured with a device attached to their head with a headband then be given a dose of melatonin. Their participation in the study will last two days.

NCT Number	NCT07691996
Lead Sponsor	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Conditions	Critical Illness, ICU, ICU Hospitalization, Melatonin, Sleep
Enrollment	30 participants
Start Date	2026-09-01
Primary Completion	2027-06 (estimated)
Study Completion	2028-01 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov	2026-07-13