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Melatonin 3 mg
80/100
SUPPIE SCORE
80/100
EFFICACY
Medium
SAFETY
98/100
CLEANLINESS
What Does Melatonin 3 mg Do?
The label lists Melatonin (3 mg) as its main active. Any judgement should be based on the stated amounts and forms rather than the product name or marketing claims alone.
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What Are the Benefits of Melatonin 3 mg?
Based on proven scientific research
Sleep OnsetStrong
Occasional SleeplessnessStrong
Circadian Rhythm SupportStrong
Jet Lag Sleep TimingModerate
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What Are the Side Effects of Life Extension Melatonin 3 mg?
Always consult your health practitioner if in doubt.
RiskMedium Risk
Overview
•This product provides 3 mg melatonin per capsule, a commonly used adult dose, but some people respond to lower doses and may experience next-day grogginess at 3 mg.
•Melatonin can cause drowsiness, vivid dreams, headache, dizziness, nausea, or reduced alertness; avoid driving or operating machinery after taking it.
•Use caution with sedatives, alcohol, sleep medications, anti-anxiety drugs, and other products that cause drowsiness because effects may be additive.
•Melatonin may interact with anticoagulant/antiplatelet drugs, immunosuppressants, diabetes medications, blood pressure medications, and seizure-related treatments; medical guidance is advisable if these apply.
•Pregnant or breastfeeding individuals, children, and people with epilepsy, autoimmune disease, major depression, or hormone-sensitive conditions should consult a clinician before use.
•The label lists microcrystalline cellulose, vegetable cellulose capsule, and rice concentrate; it is marked gluten-free and no major allergen is declared.
Potential Side Effects
Negative Interactions
Inactive Ingredients
Microcrystalline cellulose
Low RiskVegetable cellulose (capsule)
Low RiskRice concentrate
GoodWhat Are the Ingredients in Life Extension Melatonin 3 mg?
Melatonin
3 mg
microcrystalline cellulose
vegetable cellulose (capsule)
rice concentrate
Dosage & Bioavailability
How the active doses and forms in Melatonin 3 mg compare to the research.
•Melatonin is listed at 3 mg per serving; without a source-specific reference range, dose adequacy cannot be graded.
•Melatonin has no distinct chemical or delivery form stated, so no product-specific absorption advantage can be established.
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