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Melatonin 3 mg (120 caps)

120 Capsules | 3 mg

$12.99 Regular price
Looking to shorten the time to fall asleep or to manage jet lag? Melatonin in capsules is taking effect within 30 minutes and is the most economic choice ! With a dosage of 3 mg, those capsules are suitable for people who are used to melatonin as well as for those taking it for the first time. Also available in 5 mg or 10 mg.

SKU: 102080
UPC: 063935012982
NPN: 80016467
Benefits
  • Helps to reduce the time it takes to fall asleep (sleep on set latency aspect of sleep quality) in people with delayed sleep phase disorder.
  • Helps increase the total sleep time (aspect of sleep quality) in people suffering from sleep restriction or altered sleep schedule.
  • Helps re-set the body's sleep-wake cycle (aspect of the circadian rhythm).
  • Helps to reduce the effects of jet lag.
What it does?

Taking a melatonin supplement helps regulate the sleep cycle, fall asleep faster, and improve some aspects of sleep quality. Within the body, naturally produced melatonin helps regulate our circadian rhythm, including the sleep cycle. It is secreted by the pineal gland from nightfall to indicate to the body that it is time to sleep soon. Once the melatonin peak is reached around 2:00 - 3:00 a.m., the amount of melatonin secreted decreases to signal to the body that it is almost time to wake up. Everyone naturally secretes a different amount of melatonin. It is therefore essential to find the dosage of melatonin that suits you because the needs may be different for everyone. Dosage is key, as too much melatonin can have the opposite effect and prevent you from falling asleep. It is advisable to start with the lowest dose and gradually increase it until you find the one that suits you best.

How to take it

Adults (18 years and older): Take 1 to 3 capsules once a day at or before bedtime.

For jet lag, take once a day at bedtime, while travelling, and at destination until adapted to the new time zone/or daily pattern.

Ingredients

Each capsule contains: Medicinal ingredient:

Melatonin 3 mg


Non-medicinal ingredients (alphabetical order): Gelatin, magnesium stearate, maltodextrin, microcrystaline cellulose.

Warnings
  • Do not use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
  • Consult a health care practitioner for use beyond 4 weeks or if sleeplessness persists for more than 4 weeks.
  • Consult a health care practitioner before use if you are taking medications for seizure, blood pressure, to suppress the immune system (immunosuppressive medications), to affect mental state or increase sedation, steroids or blood thinners. Consult a health care practitioner before use if you have cardiovascular, immune, liver, or chronic kidney disease, hormonal or seizure disorders, asthma, depression, diabetes, low blood sugar, or migraine.
  • When using this product, avoid taking with alcohol or products that cause drowsiness. Do not drive or use machinery for 5 hours after taking melatonin.
  • Stop use if allergy occurs or if you experience headache, confusion, or nausea.

Melatonin 3 mg (120 caps)

$12.99 Regular price

Melatonin 3 mg (120 caps)

120 Capsules | 3 mg

$12.99 Regular price
Looking to shorten the time to fall asleep or to manage jet lag? Melatonin in capsules is taking effect within 30 minutes and is the most economic choice ! With a dosage of 3 mg, those capsules are suitable for people who are used to melatonin as well as for those taking it for the first time. Also available in 5 mg or 10 mg.

SKU: 102080
UPC: 063935012982
NPN: 80016467
Good to know
Efficient dosage is different for each indivudual.
It is recommanded to begin with the lowest dosage in order to find out the one that is suitable.
Good to know
  • Efficient dosage is different for each indivudual.
  • It is recommanded to begin with the lowest dosage in order to find out the one that is suitable.

Key ingredient


Melatonin


Melatonin, also known as the sleep hormone, is naturally produced by the body. It is synthesized from serotonin and secreted from nightfall by the pineal gland. Its concentration peaks around 2:00 a.m., reaching levels 10 to 100 times higher than those measured during the day. Once this peak has changed, the amount of melatonin secreted decreases to give way for the waking phase. Melatonin helps synchronize the circadian rhythm (24 hours), accelerate sleep and improve the duration and quality of sleep. Some foods contain it naturally, such as pistachios, black rice or cow's milk, but the content can vary greatly depending on various criteria such as the duration of sunlight, the time of harvest or milking for animals. Melatonin, in natural supplements, can be derived from animal, vegetable or synthetic sources. The melatonin contained in our bi-layer tablets is synthetic.

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Mélatonine 3 mg||Melatonin 3 mg

Can you take melatonin continuously?
 Melatonin supplements are not intended for long-term use and should not exceed four weeks, long enough to improve sleep or adjust the sleep cycle. For continuous supplementation longer than 1 month, consult a healthcare practitioner.

Is melatonin addictive?
No, Melatonin is not addictive and does not induce a feeling of withdrawal.

Can we increase the dose of melatonin when there is no result?
Melatonin is a hormone naturally secreted by the pineal gland, the deficiency of which is rarely observed and which does not necessarily cause a sleep disorder. However the level of secretion varies from person to person which means that the dose needed to help us sleep can vary from person to person. Taking a higher dose or more than needed can lead to ineffectiveness of melatonin. It is therefore important to start with the lowest dose and increase as needed after a few days (adaptation period) if there are no results without exceeding the 10 mg dose. Contrary to popular belief, a higher dosage of melatonin does not make you sleep more, and may even cause the opposite effect. According to recent literature, a dose of 0.3 and 0.5 mg of melatonin would be sufficient for the majority of people.

Can melatonin be given to children?
No, our melatonin is for adults. Please consult a doctor, the only person authorized to prescribe melatonin to children.

Can you take melatonin continuously?
 Melatonin supplements are not intended for long-term use and should not exceed four weeks, long enough to improve sleep or adjust the sleep cycle. For continuous supplementation longer than 1 month, consult a healthcare practitioner.

Is melatonin addictive?
No, Melatonin is not addictive and does not induce a feeling of withdrawal.

Can we increase the dose of melatonin when there is no result?
Melatonin is a hormone naturally secreted by the pineal gland, the deficiency of which is rarely observed and which does not necessarily cause a sleep disorder. However the level of secretion varies from person to person which means that the dose needed to help us sleep can vary from person to person. Taking a higher dose or more than needed can lead to ineffectiveness of melatonin. It is therefore important to start with the lowest dose and increase as needed after a few days (adaptation period) if there are no results without exceeding the 10 mg dose. Contrary to popular belief, a higher dosage of melatonin does not make you sleep more, and may even cause the opposite effect. According to recent literature, a dose of 0.3 and 0.5 mg of melatonin would be sufficient for the majority of people.

Can melatonin be given to children?
No, our melatonin is for adults. Please consult a doctor, the only person authorized to prescribe melatonin to children.

No result
Do not use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Consult your health care practitioner for use beyond 4 weeks or if symptoms persist continuously for more than 4 weeks (chronic insomnia).For occasional short-term use in case of jet lag. Consumption with alcohol, other medications or natural health products with sedative properties is not recommended. Consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you are taking one of the following medications: anticoagulant, anticonvulsant, blood pressure medications, immunosuppressive medications, sedative, hypnotic or psychotropic medications, or steroids; or if you have one of the following conditions: asthma, depression, diabetes or hypoglycemia, cardiovascular disease, chronic kidney disease, liver disease, immune system disease, migraine, hormonal, coagulation or seizure disorders.Mild gastrointestinal symptoms (nausea, vomiting, or cramping) and rare allergic reactions have been known to occur; in which case, discontinue use.