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Does High Melatonin Dosage Cause Diarrhea?
I have trouble sleeping so I am taking 3mg of Melatonin. Three and a half months ago I had total knee replacement and was having lots of nerve shocks. Dr. started me on gabapentin for these shocks as they were interfering with my sleep. I have been on them for a month, continuing. switched to 5mg melatonin less than a week ago for time release. Have been having diarrhea, mild, about the last five days. Increase of melatonin the cause. and/or should I be revising these two meds?
Tue, 26 Jun 2018
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Yes, Melatonin can cause diarrhea in rare cases. I recommend you talk to your doctor about a possible medication replacement or dose adjusting. In the mean time, make sure you increase fluid intake to replace the once you have lost.
I hope this answers your question.
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I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Yes, Melatonin can cause diarrhea in rare cases. I recommend you talk to your doctor about a possible medication replacement or dose adjusting. In the mean time, make sure you increase fluid intake to replace the once you have lost.
I hope this answers your question.
Take care!
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