Posted by Bekka H. on April 9, 2002, at 23:16:00
Hi everyone.
Several years ago, Melatonin became very popular, primarily from all the media hype. As time has passed, it is clear that Melatonin isn't the cure-all it was touted to be in the mid-90s. I understand that it is helpful for re-setting your circadian rhythms by an hour or two if you travel overseas, but what about its use as a sleep aid? Does anyone here use it to help them fall asleep on a regular basis? If so, do you combine it with other meds? How much melatonin do you take (in milligrams or micrograms)? I remember reading that the currently available over-the-counter doses are much too high. Is it safe to combine with other meds? I wonder whether there is a greater danger of serotonin syndrome if Melatonin is combined with a medicine that increases serotonin levels?
Any ideas, thoughts, experiences appreciated.
Bekka
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