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My 9yr old son can't sleep. he also can't swallow pills. is it safe to crush a melatonin and give it to him?

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Melatonin: Not a good option on it's own. Please talk to and with his doctor to review his eating and sleeping habits.

Dr Juchau agreed

Answered 1/21/2015

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Melatonin: Depends on the dosage. Trader Joes has the smallest dosage that I have seen (0.5mg or 500mcg...same thing). Try low dosage first.

Dr Juchau agreed

Answered 1/21/2015

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