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Can you use melatonin if you have pre-existing kidney problems?
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Melatonin: It depends on the degree of renal dysfunction. Melatonin does not cause direct renal damage in most cases. However i would use the lowest dose possible when taking otc medicines.
Answered 6/19/2021
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Yes you may: Could even be beneficial because melatonin has some antioxidant effects.
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