A Pillow-Side herbal sachet: a natural sleep aid for menopause?

This trial tests whether a traditional Chinese medicine aromatic sachet, placed beside the pillow each night, can improve sleep quality in women aged 45 to 59 experiencing poor sleep during the menopausal transition. One hundred twenty-two women in Macao will use either the herbal sachet or an identical-looking placebo sachet for nine weeks. Sleep quality is measured at the start and after 3, 6, and 9 weeks using a standard questionnaire. The study aims to see if this non-drug approach offers a helpful alternative for women who prefer to avoid hormone therapy or sleeping pills.