The College of Pharmacy organizes a seminar on melatonin

University of Basrah | College of Pharmacy | Dept. of Pharmacognosy & Medicinal Plants

Seminar: "Melatonin Hormone and Sleep Disorders" by Lecturer Asst. Raafat Mohammed

 

The Department of Pharmacognosy and Medicinal Plants at the College of Pharmacy, University of Basrah, organized a scientific seminar on **Melatonin**, featuring specialized researchers in pharmaceutical and botanical sciences.

The lecture, delivered by Lecturer Assistant **Raafat Mohammed Abdullah**, explained Melatonin's role as the natural "sleep hormone," its production linkage to circadian rhythms (day/night cycles), and its wide use as a supplement for insomnia and jet lag in both adults and children.

Pharmacology & Natural Sources:
Biological Rhythm
Circadian clock regulation and darkness-induced secretion
Clinical Applications
Treating insomnia, jet lag, and sleep phase disorders
Natural Sources
Presence in carrots, bananas, broccoli, and lettuce
Visual Documentation of the Scientific Seminar
Melatonin Seminar 1
Melatonin Seminar 2
Melatonin Seminar 3
Deanship of College of Pharmacy | Continuing Education Unit - University of Basrah