Help! Melatonin Dosage Confusion

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The discussion revolves around the confusion regarding melatonin dosage, specifically the interpretation of "dropper" versus "drops" in the context of supplement instructions. Participants explore the appropriate dosage and personal experiences with melatonin, including its effects on sleep patterns.

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  • Exploratory, Technical explanation, Conceptual clarification, Debate/contested, Personal experience

Main Points Raised

  • One participant questions the meaning of "dropper" in dosage instructions, unsure whether it refers to the entire dropper or individual droplets.
  • Another participant clarifies that 1 ml is equivalent to a cubic centimeter, suggesting that filling the dropper to the 1 ml line is the correct interpretation.
  • A different participant shares their personal experience of taking two droplets of melatonin and describes the effects on their sleep, noting a significant difference in their sleep duration.
  • Some participants mention that new evidence suggests adult males may only need 150 micrograms of melatonin, which raises questions about the recommended dosage of 3 mg.
  • There is a repeated emphasis on the importance of consulting a physician before starting any supplements.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express uncertainty regarding the correct interpretation of dosage instructions and the appropriate amount of melatonin needed. There is no consensus on the best approach to dosing or the necessity of consulting a physician, as some participants acknowledge the advice but express reluctance to follow it.

Contextual Notes

Limitations include varying interpretations of dosage instructions and the lack of clarity on individual needs for melatonin supplementation. The discussion also reflects differing personal experiences with sleep and melatonin's effectiveness.

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Individuals interested in melatonin supplementation, those experiencing sleep issues, and anyone seeking clarification on supplement dosage instructions may find this discussion relevant.

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Can anyone help me out?

Melatonin:

"Recommended Dose: Take 1 dropper a day at bedtime only."

"Medicinal Ingredients: Each 1 ml dropper contains: 3 mg"
Now for comparison purposes, I have an iodine supplement in liquid form too:

"Each 20 drops (1ml) contains: 1mg of trace mineral..."

"Directions: Take 5-10 drops in water or juice daily."

Okay, good. The iodine supplement was clear enough.

  • "Drops" Got it. Right? 1 little squeeze... a droplet.
  • "Droppers"... uuuh, what? The WHOLE plastic thing? Many Many droplets until empty?

This sounds like a stupid question, but for some reason I really don't want to trust my logic in this situation. :redface:

I only want to take <200 mcg of this melatonin stuff.
 

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1ml is a cubic centimeter, so yes, that is what it is telling you.
 


Fill it to the 1 ml line. And before starting any supplements, be sure to consult a physician.
 


Okay, so I took 2 droplets yesterday night because I've been sleeping soundly at the wrong time of the days during the last couple of days; 5 a.m. to 2 p.m. If I were sleep deprived I would try to sleep at 8 to 10 p.m. but I'd sleep for only about 2-3 hours and I'd be up all night until about 5 a.m. and then I would sleep until I had to wake up at 8:00 a.m.

This stuff I took yesterday at 9:20 p.m., and I woke up like it was a 10 minute nap at 6:30 a.m. today. :biggrin: Just two droplets, and the bottle advises to take the whole dropper! 3 MG! http://www.talkaboutsleep.com/circa...sorders/10-how-to-use-melatonin-correctly.htm

"New evidence shows that adult males only need 150 micrograms"

Moonbear said:
Fill it to the 1 ml line. And before starting any supplements, be sure to consult a physician.

Yeah, I really should but I'm hard headed.
 
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