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I took two melatonin every night since saturday and i feel like i can't stay awake too long during the day . would that be the cause of this drug?

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Melatonin is not: a drug, it is a hormone. it is best taken under the guidance of a doctor. It is taken at a very low dose. You may be taking too much. It is taken 1 hour prior to sleep. Peace and good health.

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Answered 6/2/2016

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