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Are There Any Side Effects In Taking Melatonin?

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Posted on Sun, 29 Sep 2013
Question: Are there any side effects in taking Melatonin?
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Soumen Patra (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Melatonin has very few side effects.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

Thanks for writing to us.

Hormone melatonin is quite helpful in controlling natural sleep-wake cycle. It is well tolerated and has very few side effects. Daytime sleepiness, headache and dizziness are the commonly reported side effects. Less commonly few of my patients reported abdominal discomfort, anxiety and confusion.

If you notice any of the above, discuss with your treating doctor.

Hope, above information is helpful. Let me know, if you need any clarification.

Wish your good health. Take care yourself.

Regards,
Dr Soumen
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Follow up: Dr. Dr. Soumen Patra (11 hours later)
Thank you for the information on Melatonin! If you have prescribed Melatonin for sleep problems, what are the directions for using it?
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Soumen Patra (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Please consult with your doctor for dosing.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

Thanks for follow up query.

For sleep disorder or insomnia, typical dose of melatonin is 0.3-5 mg and it is to be taken at bed time only.

You need to consult with your physician for correct dosing after assessment of overall health status.

Hope, it helps for you. If you don't have any other query, you can close the discussion.

All the best. Good luck.

Regards,
Dr Soumen
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Are There Any Side Effects In Taking Melatonin?

Brief Answer:
Melatonin has very few side effects.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

Thanks for writing to us.

Hormone melatonin is quite helpful in controlling natural sleep-wake cycle. It is well tolerated and has very few side effects. Daytime sleepiness, headache and dizziness are the commonly reported side effects. Less commonly few of my patients reported abdominal discomfort, anxiety and confusion.

If you notice any of the above, discuss with your treating doctor.

Hope, above information is helpful. Let me know, if you need any clarification.

Wish your good health. Take care yourself.

Regards,
Dr Soumen