Melatonin

What is Melatonin?

CATEGORY: Supplements

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

Side effects as an overall problem
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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