Jet lag
Herxheimer A
Published in BMJ Clinical Evidence
Methodology
Clinical evidence review of interventions for jet lag, including melatonin, hypnotics and light exposure.
Key Findings
Melatonin taken close to target bedtime reduced subjective jet lag after eastward and westward flights; evidence for other agents was weaker.
Conclusions
Melatonin remains the best-supported intervention for jet lag symptoms.
Limitations
Subjective outcomes; timing of dosing critical and variable across trials.
Supplements Studied
Melatonin taken close to target bedtime reduced subjective jet lag after eastward and westward flights
Outcomes Measured
Melatonin taken close to target bedtime reduced subjective jet lag after eastward and westward flights
Study Details
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