Melatonin — side effects and safety
Low-dose melatonin (0.5–3 mg) is generally safe short-term for adults. A provider can review dosing, timing, and interactions online — and treat underlying insomnia causes.
Also called: is melatonin safe · melatonin dose · melatonin for kids
Medically reviewed by Dr. Ikechukwu Ogbu, MD
MD · Board-Certified, Internal Medicine · Last reviewed
What may be behind this
Clinical factors worth reviewing with a provider who knows your history. Not a diagnosis.
Insomnia
Commonly relevant for people looking into "Melatonin — side effects and safety" — worth reviewing with a clinician who knows your history.
Anxiety
Commonly relevant for people looking into "Melatonin — side effects and safety" — worth reviewing with a clinician who knows your history.
When to see a clinician
- You have an underlying condition (heart, kidney, liver, thyroid, pregnancy) that could interact with the plan
- You're already on prescription medications and want to check for interactions
- Symptoms are affecting sleep, work, or daily life and haven't improved with lifestyle changes
- You want personalized guidance based on labs rather than generic advice