Medicine details
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| Name | Filfresh |
| Dosage | Tablet |
| Generic Name | Melatonin |
| Classes |
Central Nervous System Agent Psychotherapeutic Agent Anxiolytic Sedative and Hypnotic |
| Diseases |
CNS Disorder Insomnia (Difficulty in Falling asleep) Jet Lag |
| Company | Square Pharmaceuticals Ltd. |
Drug Package Details
| Strength | 3 mg |
| Storage Condition | |
| Origin Country | Bangladesh |
| Commercial Pack | 30 |
| Price per pack | ৳ 90.45 |
| Cost per pack | ৳ 79.59 |
| Package unit | 10 tabs strip |
| Price per unit | ৳ 3.01 |
| Cost per unit | ৳ 2.65 |
| Discount | 0 |
| Coupon | |
| Remarks |
Melatonin
Melatonin is classified as a hormone and is often used as a dietary supplement. Melatonin is produced by the pineal gland in response to darkness. It plays a crucial role in regulating the sleep-wake cycle (circadian rhythm). As a supplement, melatonin may help regulate sleep patterns by influencing the body's internal clock.
Melatonin is indicated for the short-term treatment of insomnia characterized by difficulty falling asleep and for jet lag.
- Insomnia: Take between 0.1 mg and 0.5 mg approximately thirty minutes before going to bed. Research indicates that using additional melatonin for primary sleep disorders may be effective in encouraging sleep initiation but not in sustaining sleep, especially in cases of early morning awakening.
- Jet Lag: Effective initial doses for managing jet lag vary from 0.3 mg to 0.5 mg. While smaller doses may be effective for some individuals, others might require a higher dosage. Traveling eastward, where time is lost, may pose greater challenges compared to traveling westward, where time is gained. Although high doses, such as 20 mg pills, are available for purchase online, it is generally not recommended or necessary to use such high doses, and doing so may significantly amplify side effects.
Adverse reactions are generally infrequent and may include:
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Drowsiness
- Vivid Dreams or Nightmares
- Sleepiness the Following Day
- Disorientation or Confusion
- Drowsiness: Melatonin can cause drowsiness, and caution should be exercised when driving or operating machinery until the individual's response is known.
- Pregnancy and Lactation: Use with caution in pregnant or nursing women. Consult with a healthcare provider before using melatonin during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
- Interactions: Melatonin may interact with certain medications, including anticoagulants and immunosuppressants. Consult with a healthcare provider if taking other medications concurrently.
- Childhood Use: Melatonin should be used cautiously in children. Consult with a healthcare provider for appropriate dosage and use in pediatric populations.
- Underlying Conditions: Individuals with epilepsy, autoimmune diseases, and certain other medical conditions should consult a healthcare provider before using melatonin.
Contraindication
Melatonin is contraindicated in individuals with known hypersensitivity to the drug or its components.
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