Ancient herbal blend put to the test for chronic insomnia relief

NCT ID NCT06511011

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Chinese University of Hong Kong Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 28, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This phase 2 trial tests whether a traditional Chinese herbal formula, modified Suan ZaoRen Tang-TianWang BuXin Dan (mSZT-TBD), can improve sleep quality in adults with chronic insomnia. Participants will receive either the herbal granules or a placebo for six weeks. The study measures changes in sleep quality using a standard questionnaire.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: a Chinese herbal formula called modified Suan ZaoRen Tang-TianWang BuXin Dan (mSZT-TBD)
What this could lead to: If effective, this herbal formula could offer a new treatment option for chronic insomnia with fewer side effects than standard medications.
What could go wrong: This is a small phase 2 trial, so results may not be conclusive. Herbal formulas can vary in quality and may interact with other medications.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

insomnia

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

INSOMNIA CHRONIC

Contacts and locations

Locations

Hong Kong Institute of Integrative Medicine
RECRUITING

Shatin, Hong Kong

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