Melatonin is a hormone the body manufactures from the brain neurotranmitter serotonin. Serotonin gives the mind a peaceful satisfied feeling. The human body secretes melatonin from the pineal gland. The release of melatonin is stimulated by darkness and promotes sleep when the hormone levels are sufficient. 1 to 3 mgs of Melatonin will work to promote a sleepy feeling and aids in sleep, so you may have to take up to three tablets.I have found that the occasional use of Melatonin has helped me to fall asleep easier. I don't believe this product should be used on a nightly basis, as regular daily use actually inhibits the natural production of Melatonin in one's body.
I have had no hang-over effect in using Melatonin. Some sleep aids have Diphenhydramine as the active ingredient and these give a noticable hang-over effect the following morning. For those with intractable insomnia, I suppose a Diphenhydramine product and a Melatonin product could be combined to give a turbo-charged sleeping pill. I have not tried this combination myself, but it should help anyone with chronic insomnia fall asleep.
Jim "Konedog" Koenig
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