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Is taking one mg of melatonin sleep aid before bed every night harmful to my baby if i'm pregnant?

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Dr. Johanna Fricke answered

Specializes in Pediatrics - Developmental and Behavioral

No studies have been: published on safety & efficacy of Melatonin in pregnancy. Please consult your OB- GYN. It can conceivably ( pun intended) interfere with fertility.

Answered 1/24/2015

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