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Melatonin 20 mg

product on market Capsule Allergy Research Group Safety: 60/100
60/100

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  • Melatonin: 20mg is 2.0× the Tolerable Upper Intake Level (10mg)
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What the Evidence Says

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Melatonin is used to support sleep cycles, with strong evidence for its effectiveness in managing short-term insomnia. However, the 20 mg dosage is significantly higher than standard recommendations. This high concentration may lead to increased side effects, contributing to a lower safety score.

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Safety Alerts

Melatonin: 20mg is 2.0× the Tolerable Upper Intake Level (10mg)

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This product received a low safety score because the 20mg dose of melatonin is twice the recommended upper intake limit of 10mg.

Label

Product Label

Label for Melatonin 20 mg
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Label Data

1 Capsule(s)
Serving Size
60
Servings
Non-Nutrient/Non-Botanical
Product Type
100%
Evidence Coverage
Ingredients

Supplement Facts — Evidence Check

20 mg
Exceeds UL by 2.0× (UL: 10 mg) 240 studies (A:2, B:109)

Other Ingredients

Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Nu-Flow Nu-MAG
Claims

Label Claims — Verification

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Product Information

Directions for Use

Suggested Use As a dietary supplement, 1 capsule 30 minutes before bedtime, or as directed by a healthcare practitioner.

Warnings & Precautions

Warning: Melatonin may have a strong sedating effect within 20 minutes of consumption. Not to be used during daytime.

Not recommended for women who are pregnant, wishing to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, or for children or adolescents.

Not recommended for women who are pregnant, wishing to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, or for children or adolescents.

Do not use while operating a motor vehicle or other machinery.

Formulation Notes

Melatonin, at 20 mg per capsule.

Melatonin's main function in the body is to support sleep.

High Potency Melatonin

Hypoallergenic

Additional Information

Keep in a cool, dry place, tightly capped.

Metadata

Product Details

UPC / SKU7 13947 71580 6
DSLD Entry Date2021-09-24
Product TypeNon-Nutrient/Non-Botanical
FormCapsule
DSLD ID258265
Data Updated2026-04-11
Research

Research Evidence

291
Research Sources
55
Avg Quality
129
Meta Analysis
93
Systematic Review
51
Rct
11
Clinical Trial
2
Other
2
Regulatory Source
1
Openfda Safety
A Interventions for preventing delirium in hospitalised non-ICU patients
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2016 PubMed DOI
A Melatonin for preoperative and postoperative anxiety in adults
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2020 PubMed DOI
A Effect of melatonin on quality of life and symptoms in patients with cancer: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials
Meta Analysis BMJ open 2022 PubMed DOI
B Pharmacological interventions for prevention of weight gain in people with schizophrenia
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2022 PubMed DOI
B Melatonin for pre- and postoperative anxiety in adults
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2015 PubMed DOI
B Prevention of depression in adults with long-term physical conditions
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2021 PubMed DOI
B Comparative effects of pharmacological interventions for the acute and long-term management of insomnia disorder in adults: a systematic review and network meta-analysis
Systematic Review Lancet (London, England) 2022 PubMed DOI
B Does melatonin administration reduce the incidence of postoperative delirium in adults? Systematic review and meta-analysis
Meta Analysis BMJ open 2023 PubMed DOI
B Second-generation antidepressants for preventing seasonal affective disorder in adults
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2015 PubMed DOI
B Interventions for preventing type 2 diabetes in adults with mental disorders in low- and middle-income countries
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2021 PubMed DOI
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