Valerian's effect on insomnia in menopausal women
The Effect of Valerian on Insomnia in Menopausal Women: Randomized Placebo-controlled Trial
This study tests if taking Valerian can help menopausal women aged 45-60 who have insomnia sleep better.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 100 (estimated) |
| Ages | 45 Years to 60 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | China Medical University Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Taichung) |
| Trial ID | NCT05185219 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial investigates the impact of Valerian on insomnia symptoms in menopausal women aged 45-60 who have been diagnosed with insomnia according to the International Classification of Sleep Disorders criteria. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive 1000mg of Valerian daily for four weeks, with their sleep quality assessed using the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index before and after the intervention. The study aims to determine whether Valerian can improve sleep quality in this population, which is significantly affected by sleep disorders during menopause.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are menopausal women aged 45-60 who have been diagnosed with insomnia and meet specific criteria.
Not a fit: Patients with psychiatric diseases, significant medical conditions, or insomnia caused by other diseases may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide a natural treatment option for improving sleep quality in menopausal women suffering from insomnia.
How similar studies have performed: While there have been studies on Valerian for insomnia, this specific approach focusing on menopausal women is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. 45〜60 years old, and is menopaused for at least 1 year。 2. meet the criteria of ICSD-3 for insomnia 3. PSQI \> 5 Exclusion Criteria: 1. psychiatry disease 2. Heart, brain, liver diseases 3. Insomnia is caused by diseases. 4. Steroid used within 6 months 5. pregnant or breastfeeding
Where this trial is running
Taichung
- China Medical University — Taichung, Taiwan (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Shan-Yu Su
- Email: shanyusu@gmail.com
- Phone: 0975682032
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.