Melatonin, hypnotics and their association with fracture: a matched cohort study

Conclusions</div>in this large cohort of patients attending UK primary care, prescriptions for melatonin and Z-drugs were associated with a significantly increased risk of fracture. With the use of melatonin increasing steadily overtime, this study adds to the literature on the safety profile of this drug.</span>
Source: Age and Ageing - Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research