Physician : The hormone melatonin has shown promise as a medication for sleep disorders when taken in synthesized form. Because the long-term side effects of synthetic melatonin are unknown, however, I cannot recommend its use at this time. Patient : Your position is inconsistent with your usual practice. You prescribe many medications that you know have serious side effects, so concern about side effects cannot be the real reason you will not prescribe melatonin. The patient's argument is awed because it fails to consider thatChoose the best optionClear Responsethe side effects of synthetic melatonin might be different from those of naturally produced melatoninit is possible that the physician does not believe that melatonin has been conclusively shown to be effectivesleep disorders, if left untreated, might lead to serious medical complicationsknown risks can be weighed against known benefits, but unknown risks cannot

What are some safety concerns associated with the use of synthetic melatonin to alleviate jet lag symptoms? (There may be more than one correct answer. Please select all correct answers.)Group of answer choicesPotential side effectsInteractions with other medicationsIncreased risk of sunburnEnhanced cognitive function

Which one of the following statements about selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) is INCORRECT?Group of answer choicesThey can cause restlessness and insomnia.They have a rapid antidepressant effect.They are used in the treatment of unipolar depression.They are safer in overdose compared to tricyclic antidepressants.

The pineal gland synthesizes which hormone?Multiple choice question.DopaminePineal hormoneSerotoninMelatonin

Which of the following medications used for allergic rhinitis is a prodrug (active after metabolism), for which we should be aware of concurrent use of other medications that might alter drug metabolism and effect:Question 17Answera.Fexofenadineb.Cetirizinec.Pseudoephedrined.Loratidine

Modafinil is approved as an antisomnolence agent for treatment of narcolepsy, for people who cannot adjust to night shift work, and for those who do not sleep well because of obstructive sleep apnea