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I am helping take care of my 77-year-old mom. between worrying about her and going through menopause ( i'm 52) i was using melatonin to help me fall asleep. should i limit that and try a different remedy? over the counter sleep aids
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No, its safe: Melatonin can be very helpful and considered safe-I don't generally recommend going above 20mg. You might try 400-500mg of Mg 1/2 hr before bed(gluconate or citrate the best forms) also routine sleep schedule and 30min relaxing routine at night
Answered 4/1/2019
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