Posted by jrbecker on August 1, 2003, at 11:18:08
In reply to where are you getting this melatonin dosage info (nm) » jrbecker, posted by joebob on July 31, 2003, at 22:45:08
Joebob,
Sorry, I can't seem to locate a good link on line for you that shows the recommended dosage for melatonin is starting at .25mg, but I do remember reading this numerous times and have also heard this from one of my past docs.
Now this is not to say that this dose will work for you or that frankly any dose will work for you. Secondly, since .25mg is the recommended starting dose for most people, perhaps depression sufferers need a different dosage altogether. But I think the idea behind too high a dosage is that it might lead to more sleep disruption. For instance, some people complain of nightmares when taking melatonin. And since many store brands start at 3-5 mg, professionals have tried to warn people about this possible interaction.
Maybe shoot a message to Larry on this, he's sure to be a much more reliable source.
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