Melatonin
CIRCADIN
“Meltin’ Tony”
What it isPineal hormone acting at MT1 and MT2 receptors; sleep timing.
Why this oneIts strongest role is circadian phase-shifting, where timing matters more than simply increasing the dose.
What limits itSupplement content may not match the label; verify the product, and adjust timing or stop if next-day sedation occurs.
Off-label
- insomnia
- jet lag
- delayed sleep phase
- REM sleep behavior disorder
FDA label
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| FDA dosing | Population | Start | Target | Max |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dietary supplement (sleep) | Adult | 1 tablet QHS | 1 tablet QHS |
Renal Undefined
Hepatic Undefined
Instructions
- Take one tablet 30 minutes before bedtime.
Available strengths
- tab 1, 3, 5, 10 mg
Pregnancy Undefined
Lactation Undefined
Cost
| Strength | #/mo | generic $/mo | CostPlus | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 mg | tab | 30 qd | not offered | |
| 3 mg | tab | 30 qd | not offered | |
| 5 mg | tab | 30 qd | not offered | |
| 10 mg | tab | 30 qd | not offered |
NO BOXED WARNINGS
Principal riskUnregulated content; doses in use far exceed physiological
Classes and tags
Clinical profile
Legacy pregnancy categoryNot assigned — OTC/monograph
Defining liabilityGenerally tolerated at therapeutic doses; clinically important risks are agent-specific and increase with interactions or organ impairment.
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