Melatonin

C₁₃H₁₆N₂O₂

IUPAC: N-[2-(5-Methoxy-1H-indol-3-yl)ethyl]acetamide

CAS: 73-31-4

Visão geral

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.

Composição

Elemento Símbolo Átomos Massa atômica
Hydrogen H 16 1,0080
Carbon C 13 12,0110
Nitrogen N 2 14,0070
Oxygen O 2 15,9990

Composição elemental

H
Hydrogen ×16
6,9%
C
Carbon ×13
67,2%
N
Nitrogen ×2
12,1%
O
Oxygen ×2
13,8%

Usos

  • • Sleep cycle regulation
  • • Jet lag treatment
  • • Sleep aid supplement
  • • Antioxidant

Curiosidades

  • ✦ Blue light from screens suppresses melatonin production, which is why night mode displays use warm colors

Segurança

  • ⚠ Generally safe for short-term use
  • ⚠ May cause drowsiness and headache
  • ⚠ Interactions with blood thinners

Structure

SMILES

CC(=O)NCCC1=CNC2=C1C=C(C=C2)OC

Propriedades

Tipo
organic
Estado
solid
Massa molar
232,28 g/mol
Densidade
1,1750 g/cm³
Ponto de fusão
117,0 °C
Solubilidade
slightly soluble

Molecular Descriptors

Exact Mass
232,1212
XLogP
0,8
TPSA
54,1 Ų
H-Bond Donors
2
H-Bond Acceptors
2
Rotatable Bonds
4
Heavy Atoms
17
Complexity
270,0

Também conhecido como

Melatonin

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Melatonin?
Melatonin (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 Melatonin?
Melatonin has a molar mass of 232.281 g/mol.
What state is Melatonin at room temperature?
Melatonin is a solid at room temperature.
Is Melatonin organic or inorganic?
Melatonin is classified as an organic compound.
What elements make up Melatonin?
Melatonin (C₁₃H₁₆N₂O₂) is composed of Hydrogen (H), Carbon (C), Nitrogen (N), Oxygen (O).