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[The problem of insomnia in infant/young children: issues of diagnosis and treatment]

L G Khachatrian1, M S Pogorelova2, N A Geppe1

  • 1Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University, Moscow, Russia.

Zhurnal Nevrologii I Psikhiatrii Imeni S.S. Korsakova
|September 19, 2019
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Dormikind significantly improved sleep initiation and duration in young children with sleep disorders. This natural remedy demonstrated superior efficacy and safety compared to behavioral therapy for pediatric sleep issues.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Sleep Medicine
  • Pharmacology

Background:

  • Sleep disorders are prevalent in infants and young children.
  • Effective and safe treatment options are crucial for pediatric sleep health.
  • Dormikind is a homeopathic preparation used for sleep disturbances.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy and safety of dormikind in treating sleep and sleep initiation disorders in young children.
  • To compare the effects of dormikind with behavioral therapy.

Main Methods:

  • A study involving 114 patients aged 6 months to 2.5 years with sleep disorders.
  • Patients were divided into two groups: 64 received dormikind, and 50 received behavioral therapy for 28 days.

Main Results:

  • Dormikind significantly reduced sleep initiation time (26.2±4.8 minutes) and improved sleep patterns compared to behavioral therapy.
  • Children treated with dormikind showed a significant increase in falling asleep in their own beds and improved emotional-behavioral states.
  • Dormikind demonstrated a higher efficacy in improving sleep duration and reducing nighttime awakenings.

Conclusions:

  • Dormikind is a highly effective and safe treatment for sleep and sleep initiation disorders in infants and young children.
  • The study confirms the positive impact of dormikind on sleep quality and behavioral outcomes.
  • Dormikind offers a beneficial alternative for managing pediatric sleep disturbances.
Abstract

Keywords:
dormikindinfantsinsomnia

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