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So i gave my 6 year old 5mg melatonin.... then he ate 10 more when i turned my back. is he gonna be okay? he is asleep now this happened about an hour ago. he hasn't threw up and his breathing is normal so far?

Q: so i gave my 6 year old 5mg melatonin.... then he ate 10 more when i turned my back. is he gonna be okay? he is asleep now this happened about an hour ago. he hasn't threw up and his breathing is normal so far?

: Please call poison control right away, and a visit with your urgent care center or physician is recommended. If he is in distress or can not be awakened easily, please see the Emergency room.

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Please call poison control right away, and a visit with your urgent care center or physician is recommended. If he is in distress or can not be awakened easily, please see the Emergency room.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 1/21/2023

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A member asked:

So i gave my 6 year old 5mg melatonin.... then he ate 10 more when i turned my back. is he gonna be okay? he is asleep now this happened about an hour ago. he hasn't threw up and his breathing is normal so far?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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