Question 1

is melatonin safe?

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Generally yes: There are a number of cautions with the melatonin including be careful if you have a seizure disorder, glaucoma, hypertension, diabetes, depression, seizure disorder, or are taking an anticoagulant or have a coagulation disorder. It should not be taken during pregnancy or lactation. Liver dysfunction is another situation where caution is urged. People on medications that go through the cyp1a2 enzyme in the liver are to discuss this with their physicians before they take melatonin. In general it has an enhancing effect when taken with other sedatives including antihistamines.

Question 2

is melatonin addicting?

Accepted Answer

No!: Melatonin is a naturally occurring hormone produced by the pineal gland in the brain; used as an over-the-counter sleep aid, it does not cause physical dependence which some of the prescribed medications might.

Question 3

melatonin side affects?

Accepted Answer

Melatonin: Headaches, nausea, grogginess, irritability, hypothermia, & postural hypotension. Such symptoms are mild & transient.

Question 4

why is melatonin bad for you?

Accepted Answer

Typically not bad: Melatonin is not "bad" for you if taken within normal dosages.  Melatonin can help regulate sleep rhythms, if taken daily in moderate doses.

Question 5

how much is too much melatonin?

Accepted Answer

INSOMNIA: Getting good night's sleep is important for physical &amp; mental health. Insomnia might be due to several reasons. Have a physical exam to rule out illness. If cleared consult with a Clinical Psychologist with expertise in multiple types of psychotherapy that helps you benefit from medication prescribed by a Psychiatrist. If uncomfortable with your Dr. seek 2nd opinion. You may need a sleep study.

Question 6

500mg of melatonin is ok to take?

Accepted Answer

No, that would be a: Massive dose.  Use excellent sleep hygiene. Retire & rise same time each day. Keep bedroom dark & cool & use only for sex & sleep. Turn off tv. No naps. Exercise regularly but not in late evening. No caffeine for 6 hrs & no alcohol or tobacco w/i 2 hrs of sleep. Keep dinner moderate sized & finish at least 2 to 3 hrs before sleep. Can try warm milk, chamomile tea or melatonin along w light reading.

Question 7

what can  occur if i took 5 melatonin?

Accepted Answer

If you took 5 1 mg: Melatonin tablets - that might be effective for sleep. If you take 5 10 mg of melatonin - then you would have taken an overdose. Always start with lowest dose in order to be able to determine which is the lowest dosage that is effective for you.

Question 8

what happens if i take 15mg of melatonin?

Accepted Answer

May improve sleep: The range of effective doses for melatonin can vary from person to person.  The maximum dose recommended is 20 mg.  Check with your physician about any possible interactions with your medications.

Question 9

what is the overdosage amount for melatonin?

Accepted Answer

>10 mg: Recommended dose is up to 10 mg per night.  Larger doses may produce excessive drowsiness. Other central nervous system depressants may enhance the effects of melatonin.

Question 10

i just took 60 mg of melatonin. what could happen?

Accepted Answer

Variable side effect: Melatonin in doses greater than 10mg. Are typically used as adjunctive therapy in cancer and thrombocytopenia/chemotherapy patients.  Side effects:  

abdominal cramps, alertness decreased, circadian rhythm disruption, daytime fatigue, depression, dizziness, drowsiness, dysphoria, headache, irritability

definite relationship between melatonin and serotonin syndrome remains unproven.

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