meta_analysis
2022
High Quality
The Effects of Pharmacological Treatment of Nightmares: A Systematic Literature Review and Meta-Analysis of Placebo-Controlled, Randomized Clinical Trials
Unknown authors
Published in Int J Environ Res Public Health
Key Findings
Pharmacological treatments produced only small reductions in nightmare frequency versus placebo, with prazosin showing the most consistent signal.
Conclusions
Drug therapy for distressing dreams is modestly effective at best.
Supplements Studied
Melatonin
Compound
Pharmacological treatments for nightmares, including melatonergic agents, produced only small effects versus placebo.
Outcomes Measured
The Effects of Pharmacological Treatment of Nightmares: A Systematic Literature Review and Meta-Analysis of Placebo-Controlled Trials.
Related Health Concerns
Study Details
Year:2022
Quality Score:8/10
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