What is Melatonin?
CATEGORY: Supplements
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Melatonin appears to be the primary sleep-regulating hormone of the body. It has been used by individuals suffering from insomnia, particularly when adjusting to shift-work cycles or jet lag. In the US Melatonin is available over-the-counter, however, it may require a prescription in some countries.
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How do members experience Melatonin?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Insomnia | 608 | 251 | |
| Difficulty staying asleep | 312 | 107 | |
| Periodic limb movement disorder | 37 | 5 | |
| Difficulty falling asleep | 34 | 19 | |
| Unrefreshing or poor sleep | 29 | 13 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Drowsiness | 13 | |
| Vivid dreams | 7 | |
| Depressed mood | 6 | |
| Grogginess in morning | 5 | |
| Excessive daytime sleepiness (somnolence) | 4 | |
| Fatigue | 4 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 17 | |
| Moderate | 33 | |
| Mild | 70 | |
| None | 426 |
Member evaluations
reikihh
evaluated on Jan 22, 2021
- Perceived effectiveness for REM sleep behavior disorder: Slight
- Side effects: None
StrkL
evaluated on Jun 25, 2020
- Perceived effectiveness for abnormal dreams: Major
- Side effects: None
pan43
evaluated on Feb 24, 2020
- Perceived effectiveness for insomnia: Major
- Side effects: None
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