Melatonina
C₁₃H₁₆N₂O₂Cite "Melatonina"
Melatonina. (n.d.). In Compound. Retrieved from /es/compound/melatonin/
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IUPAC: N-[2-(5-Methoxy-1H-indol-3-yl)ethyl]acetamide
CAS: 73-31-4
Descripción general
Melatonin is a hormone produced by the pineal gland in response to darkness that regulates the circadian rhythm (sleep-wake cycle). Its production is suppressed by blue light, which is why screen time before bed can disrupt sleep. It is also a powerful antioxidant.
Composición
Composición elemental
Usos
- • Sleep cycle regulation
- • Jet lag treatment
- • Sleep aid supplement
- • Antioxidant
Datos curiosos
- ✦ Blue light from screens suppresses melatonin production, which is why night mode displays use warm colors
Seguridad
- ⚠ Generally safe for short-term use
- ⚠ May cause drowsiness and headache
- ⚠ Interactions with blood thinners
Estructura
SMILES
CC(=O)NCCC1=CNC2=C1C=C(C=C2)OC
Propiedades
- Tipo
- organic
- Estado
- solid
- Masa molar
- 232,28 g/mol
- Densidad
- 1,1750 g/cm³
- Punto de fusión
- 117,0 °C
- Solubilidad
- slightly soluble
Descriptores moleculares
- Masa exacta
- 232,1212
- XLogP
- 0,8
- TPSA
- 54,1 Ų
- Donadores de enlace de hidrógeno
- 2
- Aceptores de enlace de hidrógeno
- 2
- Enlaces rotables
- 4
- Átomos pesados
- 17
- Complejidad
- 270,0
También conocido como
Melatonin
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Melatonina?
Melatonina (C₁₃H₁₆N₂O₂) is a organic compound with the IUPAC name N-[2-(5-Methoxy-1H-indol-3-yl)ethyl]acetamide.
What is the molecular weight of Melatonina?
Melatonina has a molar mass of 232.281 g/mol.
What state is Melatonina at room temperature?
Melatonina is a solid at room temperature.
Is Melatonina organic or inorganic?
Melatonina is classified as an organic compound.
What elements make up Melatonina?
Melatonina (C₁₃H₁₆N₂O₂) is composed of Hidrógeno (H), Carbono (C), Nitrógeno (N), Oxígeno (O).