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Melatonin
Side Effects
Applies to melatonin:
oral capsule, oral disintegrating strip, oral liquid, oral solution, oral tablet, oral tablet chewable, oral tablet chewable extended release, oral tablet disintegrating, oral tablet extended release, oral transmucosal lozenge, sublingual tablet
.
Follow all directions on the product label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives, difficult breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Although not all side effects are known, melatonin is thought to be possibly safe when taken for a short period of time (for up to 2 years in certain people).
Common side effects may include:
dizziness;
drowsiness;
headache; or
nausea.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.
Does Melatonin interact with my other drugs?
Enter medications to view a detailed interaction report using our
Drug Interaction Checker
.
Frequently asked questions
What are the strongest sleeping pills?
What is the maximum safe dosage for melatonin?
Does Melatonin interact with any drugs?
Can you take melatonin while pregnant?
How to Sleep Better: Tips for Insomnia Relief
How long does melatonin keep you asleep?
How long does melatonin stay in your system?
Is melatonin safe for kids to take?
Further information
Melatonin
side effects can vary depending on the individual. Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.
Note:
Medication side effects may be underreported. If you are experiencing side effects that are not listed, submit a report to the FDA by following
this guide
.
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# Melatonin Side Effects
Applies to melatonin: **oral capsule, oral disintegrating strip, oral liquid, oral solution, oral tablet, oral tablet chewable, oral tablet chewable extended release, oral tablet disintegrating, oral tablet extended release, oral transmucosal lozenge, sublingual tablet**.
## **Important warnings** This medicine can cause some serious health issues
Follow all directions on the product label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives, difficult breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Although not all side effects are known, melatonin is thought to be possibly safe when taken for a short period of time (for up to 2 years in certain people).
Common side effects may include:
- dizziness;
- drowsiness;
- headache; or
- nausea.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.
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### Does Melatonin interact with my other drugs?
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## Frequently asked questions
- [What are the strongest sleeping pills?](https://www.drugs.com/medical-answers/what-strongest-sleeping-pills-3578510/)
- [What is the maximum safe dosage for melatonin?](https://www.drugs.com/medical-answers/melatonin-maximum-safe-dosage-3113942/)
- [Does Melatonin interact with any drugs?](https://www.drugs.com/medical-answers/melatonin-interact-drugs-3573836/)
- [Can you take melatonin while pregnant?](https://www.drugs.com/medical-answers/you-take-melatonin-pregnant-3578654/)
- [How to Sleep Better: Tips for Insomnia Relief](https://www.drugs.com/medical-answers/sleep-pharmacist-tips-good-night-rest-3571187/)
- [How long does melatonin keep you asleep?](https://www.drugs.com/medical-answers/long-melatonin-you-asleep-3360722/)
- [How long does melatonin stay in your system?](https://www.drugs.com/medical-answers/long-melatonin-stay-system-3016483/)
- [Is melatonin safe for kids to take?](https://www.drugs.com/medical-answers/melatonin-safe-kids-631778/)
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## Further information
**Melatonin** side effects can vary depending on the individual. Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.
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Applies to melatonin: **oral capsule, oral disintegrating strip, oral liquid, oral solution, oral tablet, oral tablet chewable, oral tablet chewable extended release, oral tablet disintegrating, oral tablet extended release, oral transmucosal lozenge, sublingual tablet**.
Follow all directions on the product label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives, difficult breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Although not all side effects are known, melatonin is thought to be possibly safe when taken for a short period of time (for up to 2 years in certain people).
Common side effects may include:
- dizziness;
- drowsiness;
- headache; or
- nausea.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.
### Does Melatonin interact with my other drugs?
Enter medications to view a detailed interaction report using our [Drug Interaction Checker](https://www.drugs.com/drug_interactions.html).
## Frequently asked questions
- [What are the strongest sleeping pills?](https://www.drugs.com/medical-answers/what-strongest-sleeping-pills-3578510/)
- [What is the maximum safe dosage for melatonin?](https://www.drugs.com/medical-answers/melatonin-maximum-safe-dosage-3113942/)
- [Does Melatonin interact with any drugs?](https://www.drugs.com/medical-answers/melatonin-interact-drugs-3573836/)
- [Can you take melatonin while pregnant?](https://www.drugs.com/medical-answers/you-take-melatonin-pregnant-3578654/)
- [How to Sleep Better: Tips for Insomnia Relief](https://www.drugs.com/medical-answers/sleep-pharmacist-tips-good-night-rest-3571187/)
- [How long does melatonin keep you asleep?](https://www.drugs.com/medical-answers/long-melatonin-you-asleep-3360722/)
- [How long does melatonin stay in your system?](https://www.drugs.com/medical-answers/long-melatonin-stay-system-3016483/)
- [Is melatonin safe for kids to take?](https://www.drugs.com/medical-answers/melatonin-safe-kids-631778/)
## Further information
**Melatonin** side effects can vary depending on the individual. Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.
**Note:** Medication side effects may be underreported. If you are experiencing side effects that are not listed, submit a report to the FDA by following [this guide](https://www.drugs.com/fda-consumer/your-guide-to-reporting-problems-to-fda-71.html).
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