Question 1

Melatonin and allergy testing, can they affect each other?

Accepted Answer

Melatonin should not effect skin testing.

Question 2

Can i give my 4 year old melatonin and allergy medicine ( zyrtec (cetirizine) ) in the same day? if yes what would be the proper dose of melatonin?

Accepted Answer

There are no bad interactions between zyrtec (cetirizine) and melatonin. They are safe to use together.  The bigger question is why daily melatonin.  I imagine it has to do with poor sleep initiation patterns, but without knowing more, i would talk to his pediatrician about its use.  A usual safe dose for a 4 y/o is 3 or 5 mg at bedtime, but as important is bedtime routine, decreased stimulation, etc.

Question 3

What can i take to be a deeper sleeper, cant sleep cause of trains and construction going on, taking benadryl for allergies and melatonin, what else?

Accepted Answer

wanted.  Please consider getting a sound machine of some sort.  White noise can help mask sounds from outside.  There are also machines that give you a choice of white noise, waterfalls, crickets, etc. Peace and good health.

Question 4

I go to the bathrm a lot at night,i take benadryl cause of allergies and melatonin, i do drink coffee, when im sitting in the toilet i will fall asleep at times, how can i stop doing that? im afraid i'll fall off and get hurt. what do i need to do?

Accepted Answer

Try not to take Benadryl at night at least and inquire about a sleep study as that might be part of the problem. You are right about the risk for falls otherwise and make sure you mention all of the above to your primary doc.

Question 5

I used to take 2 benadryls and melatonin to sleep, i skip that now and take 1 benadryl, how come its easier to sleep if i take less. i have allergies. i thought it would be the opposite, id sleep better before.

Accepted Answer

Ideally, you would not depend on ANYTHING at all for sleep... those meds may temporarily seem to help, but in actual fact, they 'mess' with the sleep cycle. So I personally try never to take them...  This may explain why you're actually doing better on less medication.  The body knows what it needs to do - and better not to interfere artificially if you can help it. There's lots more on this topic

Question 6

Can you take melatonin at the same time as benadryl (diphenhydramine)? i take benadryl (diphenhydramine) for allergies but im still having trouble sleeping, dont want to mix what i cant.

Accepted Answer

You can take both melatonin and benadryl (diphenhydramine) together. They have different mechanisms of actions. However, they will have a synergistic effect (more sedation, drowsiness). Avoid alcohol and driving.  Tips to help with sleep.  Avoid stimulants (i.e., caffeine). Get plenty of exercise.  Avoid late eating. Make sleep environment relaxing (no reading, no tv).

Question 7

Melatonin overdose symptoms?

Accepted Answer

People feel drowsy, weak, and disoriented when they take excessive amounts of this drug. They may also feel shaky and notice a headache, . Some people begin having psychotic thoughts and feeling depressed, which can be harmful in itself.

Question 8

Research on melatonin pills?

Accepted Answer

Melatonin is not classified by the fda as a "drug" like Ambien or Lunesta (eszopiclone) so there is not too much info in the us. It is available over the counter for sleep. For good information you must look into european websites and journals where this has been used for more years than here.

Question 9

Can i use melatonin 5mg nightly?

Accepted Answer

Not knowing medical history or medications etc can not make an informed opinion.That being said most individuals can take melatonin safely for sleep.

Question 10

How much melatonin is considered safe.

Accepted Answer

It is recommended usually 2 mg of melatonin.

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Can i give my 4 year old melatonin and allergy medicine ( zyrtec (cetirizine) ) in the same day? if yes what would be the proper dose of melatonin?

What can i take to be a deeper sleeper, cant sleep cause of trains and construction going on, taking benadryl for allergies and melatonin, what else?

I go to the bathrm a lot at night,i take benadryl cause of allergies and melatonin, i do drink coffee, when im sitting in the toilet i will fall asleep at times, how can i stop doing that? im afraid i'll fall off and get hurt. what do i need to do?

I used to take 2 benadryls and melatonin to sleep, i skip that now and take 1 benadryl, how come its easier to sleep if i take less. i have allergies. i thought it would be the opposite, id sleep better before.

Can you take melatonin at the same time as benadryl (diphenhydramine)? i take benadryl (diphenhydramine) for allergies but im still having trouble sleeping, dont want to mix what i cant.

Melatonin overdose symptoms?

Research on melatonin pills?

Can i use melatonin 5mg nightly?

How much melatonin is considered safe.

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