Sleep pill shows promise for menopausal Women's heart and sugar health

NCT ID NCT05593653

First seen Apr 16, 2026 · Last updated May 08, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether the sleep drug suvorexant could reduce insomnia severity and improve metabolic health in 31 midlife women (ages 40-65) who had insomnia and signs of metabolic syndrome. Participants took the medication for 4 weeks. The goal was to see if better sleep could also lower blood sugar and other heart disease risk factors.

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Locations

  • Brigham and Women's Hospital

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States

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