Melatonin Tablets

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Therapeutic Indication

Insomnia
Jet lag management
Delayed sleep phase disorder
Adjunct in circadian rhythm disturbances
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Melatonin

Tablet

Melatonin is a naturally occurring hormone that regulates the sleep-wake cycle. Supplementation helps improve sleep quality, reduce insomnia, and manage jet lag by synchronizing circadian rhythms.

Speciality Neurology | Psychiatry | General Medicine
Tags Sleep Aid | Insomnia | Circadian Rhythm
Strength
  • 3 mg
Packing Size
  • 10 Tablets

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Mechanism

Melatonin binds to MT1 and MT2 receptors in the brain, regulating circadian rhythms and promoting sleep onset. It reduces sleep latency and improves overall sleep quality.

Pharmacokinetics

  • Absorption: Rapidly absorbed after oral administration; peak plasma concentration in 30–60 minutes.
  • Distribution: Widely distributed; crosses blood-brain barrier.
  • Metabolism: Extensively metabolized in the liver via CYP1A2.
  • Elimination: Excreted via urine as metabolites.
  • Half-life: Approximately 30–60 minutes.

Side Effects

  • Drowsiness
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Rare: vivid dreams, mood changes

Contraindication

  • CYP1A2 inhibitors (increase melatonin levels)
  • Alcohol (reduces effectiveness)
  • Sedatives (additive effect)

Interaction

  • CYP1A2 inhibitors (increase melatonin levels)
  • Alcohol (reduces effectiveness)
  • Sedatives (additive effect)

Warning and Precautions

  • May cause drowsiness; avoid driving after use
  • Use cautiously in patients with depression
  • Consult physician before long-term use

Dosage

As directed by the Physician.

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