Melatonin Extended Release Tablets 2.5mg 150 ct

Supports sleep. Releases melatonin gradually over two-to-four hours. Free of common allergens. Gluten- and casein-free. Ultra Tested^®.

Melatonin is a hormone that is produced in the brain by the pineal gland from serotonin. It is used primarily as a sleep aid. It is also commonly used to reduce jet lag. Low melatonin levels are considered a very common cause of sleeplessness.^†

Several double-blind studies have shown that melatonin supplementation is effective in promoting sleep when melatonin levels are low; however, if an individual takes melatonin when levels are not reduced, then it reportedly has no effect.^†

For individuals who are deficient in glutathione, melatonin is important because it stimulates the production of glutathione peroxidase.^†

This versatile nutrient is also a powerful antioxidant. In addition, it works to stimulate phosphorylation of pyridoxine in the brain and facilitates the formation of pyridoxal 5-phosphate. Melatonin may also help in the methylation process, which is important in the body’s absorption and utilization of vitamin B6.^†

FREE OF: Milk, Eggs, Fish, Shellfish, Tree Nuts, Peanuts, Wheat, Soy, and sSesame

SUPPLEMENTS: Calcium Carbonate, Melatonin

OTHER INGREDIENTS: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Stearic Acid, Citric Acid, Silicon Dioxide, Sodium Glycolate

WARNINGS: THESE TABLETS MUST BE SWALLOWED WHOLE. THEY MAY NOT BE CRUSHED OR DISSOLVED IN LIQUIDS AS THAT WOULD DESTROY THE SLO-RELEASE MATRIX THAT LENGTHENS THE TABLET’S DISSOLVING TIME. THEY MAY BE SWALLOWED WITH FOOD SUCH AS APPLESAUCE, MASHED POTATOES, A OR PEANUT BUTTER FOLLOWED BY SOME WATER. INDIVIDUAL TABLETS MAY DARKEN OVER TIME. THE POTENCY AND EFFICACY OF THE PRODUCT IS NOT AFFECTED.
STORE IN A COOL DRY PLACE AND TIGHTLY CAPPED.
KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN.

^†These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.