Melatonin also known as sleep hormone is produced by the pineal gland located in the brain. Melatonin is a serotonin-derived hormone which modulates sleep patterns in both circadian and seasonal cycles. As a dietary supplement, it is often used for the short-term treatment of sleep onset insomnia and insomnia related to altered sleep schedule e.g., jet lag, shift work.

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