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Please help docs! is melatonin safe and what dose should i start with?
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See below: Melatonin is an over the counter supplement. If you're having trouble falling or staying asleep, prior to taking melatonin, it's advisable to see a sleep medicine specialist to help w/ your insomnia ; to figure out the cause. It may not be necessary to start w/ melatonin, ; possibly improved sleep hygiene (no alcohol, nicotine, caffeine, bright lights ; electronics prior to bed) may help you.
Answered 4/10/2014
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