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Indications - Melatonin is used for numerous conditions but is showing the most promise in the short-term regulation of sleep patterns, including jet lag. Insomnia: Melatonin helps to induce sleep in people with- Disrupted circadian rhythms (such as those suffering from jet lag or poor vision or those who work the night shift) Low melatonin levels (such as some elderly and individuals with schizophrenia) Children with learning disabilities who suffer from insomnia. Osteoporosis: Melatonin stimulates cells called osteoblasts that promote bone growth. In Menopause: Melatonin helps peri- or postmenopausal women to regulate sleep patterns. Eating disorders: Melatonin levels may play a role in the symptoms of anorexia. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD): it may be effective in managing sleep disturbances in children with this condition. And Sarcoidosis

Dosage & Administration - Adult: Insomnia: 3-6 mg one hour before bedtime Jet lag: 0.50 to 5 mg one hour prior to bedtime at final destination or, 1 to 5 mg 1 hour before bedtime for 2 days prior to departure and for 2 to 3 days upon arrival at final destination. Eastbound travel- Take a preflight early evening treatment followed by treatment at bedtime for 4 days after arrival. Westbound travel- Take for 4 days at bedtime when in the new time zone. Sarcoidosis: 20 mg per day for 4 to 12 months. Depression: 0.125 mg twice in the late afternoon, each dose 4 hours apart. Difficulty falling asleep: 5 mg 3 to 4 hours before an imposed sleep period over a 4-weeks period. Children (6 months to 14 years of age): For sleep disorders 0.30 mg/day

Side Effects - Possible adverse effects include headache and depression. Drowsiness may be experienced within 30 minutes after taking melatonin and may persist for 1 hour and thus may affect driving skills.

Contraindications - Melatonin should not be used by patients who have autoimmune diseases.

Others - Pregnancy & Lactation Information regarding safety and efficacy in pregnancy and lactation is not available.