Has anyone taken Melatonin before?

[GimpyIntellect]

If so, how did it work?

If not, why not?

If the question doesn't apply to you, go fuck yourself for being such a perfect little sleeper.

 

[unregistered]

 

[GimpyIntellect]

One positive review.

Thanks, Jelly!

 

[cowslinger64]

If so, how did it work?

If not, why not?

If the question doesn't apply to you, go fuck yourself for being such a perfect little sleeper.

I've taken it many times and it's never failed to make me fall asleep. I'll take one tablet, and within a half hour or so, I can't hold my eyes open.. It does NOT necessarily make you sleep all night tho, just knocks you out.

 

[Magnetron]

It works, but taking it on daily basis can lead to weight gain from excessive hunger. I know two people who took it that began to eat all day long.

 

[Wife of Bath]

My boyfriend used to take it. Like slinger said, it knocked him out but didn't necessarily help him sleep through the night.

 

[GimpyIntellect]

I've taken it many times and it's never failed to make me fall asleep. I'll take one tablet, and within a half hour or so, I can't hold my eyes open.. It does NOT necessarily make you sleep all night tho, just knocks you out.

Nice!

Getting to sleep seems to be the hard part lately. Once I'm there, I'm usually home free.

Thanks for the feedback.

 

[dolf]

brit prescribing practices are a lot stricter than yours... here's what i found.

•this medicine should only be used for a maximum of 13 weeks

Your prescriber may only prescribe this medicine with special care or may not prescribe it at all if you:
•are aged under 55 years
•are allergic or sensitive to or have had a reaction to any of the ingredients in the medicine
•have an autoimmune problem
•have kidney problems
•have liver problems

•this medicine interacts with alcohol. The medicine may be less effective if taken with alcohol
You must not drink any alcohol if you are taking this medicine.

•this medicine could affect your ability to drive or operate machinery
You should see how this medicine affects you before you judge whether you are safe to drive or operate machinery.

•the use of this medicine during pregnancy is not recommended. You should only take this medicine during pregnancy if your doctor thinks that you need it
•if you are taking Melatonin and are planning to have a baby you must contact your prescriber
•breast-feeding is not recommended while taking this medicine

The following medicines may interact with Melatonin:
•carbamazepine
•cimetidine
•fluvoxamine
•imipramine
•methoxypsoralen
•rifampicin
•thioridazine
•zaleplon
•zolpidem
•zopiclone

The following types of medicine may interact with Melatonin:
•benzodiazepines
•cytochrome P450 enzyme inducers
•hormone replacement therapy
•hypnotics
•medicines that act on the central nervous system
•medicines that are metabolised by the cytochrome P450 system
•oestrogens
•oral contraceptives
•quinolones

Some recreational drugs are also known to interact with Melatonin. Make sure that you tell your prescriber if you plan to use or have recently used:
•tobacco

Common: More than 1 in 100 people who take Melatonin
•back pain
•headaches
•inflammation of the nose and throat
•joint pain

Uncommon: More than 1 in 1000 people who take Melatonin
•abnormal laboratory test results
•chest pain
•dermatitis
•difficulty sleeping
•dry mouth
•dry skin
•feeling anxious
•feeling dizzy
•feeling irritable
•feeling nervous
•feeling restless
•hyperactivity
•indigestion
•itching
•lethargy
•menopausal symptoms
•migraine
•mouth ulcers
•nausea
•night sweats
•nightmares
•painful extremities
•proteinuria
•raised blood pressure
•skin rash or rashes
•sleepiness
•stomach pain
•strange dreams
•sugar in the urine
•weakness
•weight gain

Rare: More than 1 in 10,000 people who take Melatonin
•aggressive behaviour
•angina
•arthritis
•bad breath
•blood in the urine
•blood problems
•blurred vision
•concentration problems
•crying
•depression
•dreamy state
•early morning awakening
•eczema
•eye or eyesight problems
•fainting or brief loss of consciousness
•feeling agitated
•feelings of disorientation
•flatulence
•gastritis
•gastrointestinal problems
•gastro-oesophageal reflux
•high levels of cholesterol or other lipids in the blood
•hot flushes
•increased salivation
•increased tear production
•infections
•libido increased
•memory problems
•metabolic problems
•mood changes
•muscle spasm
•nail problems
•neck pain
•night cramps
•pain
•palpitations
•paraesthesiae
•priapism
•prostate problems
•psoriasis or psoriasis-like rash
•redness of the skin
•Restless Leg Syndrome
•sleeping problems
•stomach discomfort
•stress symptoms
•thirst
•tiredness
•tongue ulcers
•urinating more often
•urinating more often at night
•vertigo
•vomiting

The frequency of these side-effects is unknown
•angioedema
•feeling drowsy
•galactorrhoea
•hypersensitivity reactions
•mouth oedema

 

[Magnetron]

•galactorrhoea

Whatever the fuck that is, it sounds awful.

 

[GimpyIntellect]

Dammit, dolf.

I didn't need to read all that.

Now it turns out I'm not even old enough to take it.

 

[dolf]

Dammit, dolf.

I didn't need to read all that.

Now it turns out I'm not even old enough to take it.

but it could make you lactate

 

[Lancecastor]

Check with Warrior Queen.

She's having hers removed, so maybe she can send you some, cheap!

 

[GimpyIntellect]

but it could make you lactate

You're assuming I can't already.

 

[dolf]

You're assuming I can't already.

*fap*

 

[Magnetron]

I would give Valerian Root a try before Melatonin.

 

[cowslinger64]

Dammit, dolf.

I didn't need to read all that.

Now it turns out I'm not even old enough to take it.

You can find lots of horrifying side effects on many meds.. I've never taken them for weeks at a time, just on the nights I can't sleep and need the help.

==================================

What are the possible side effects of daily aspirin therapy?

Side effects and complications of taking aspirin include:

Stroke caused by a burst blood vessel. While daily aspirin can help prevent a clot-related stroke, it may increase your risk of a bleeding stroke (hemorrhagic stroke).
Gastrointestinal bleeding. Daily aspirin use increases your risk of developing a stomach ulcer. And, if you have a bleeding ulcer or bleeding anywhere else in your gastrointestinal tract, taking aspirin will cause it to bleed more, perhaps to a life-threatening extent.
Allergic reaction. If you're allergic to aspirin, taking any amount of aspirin can trigger a serious allergic reaction.
Ringing in the ears (tinnitus) and hearing loss. Too much aspirin (overdosing) can cause tinnitus and eventual hearing loss in some people.
If you're taking aspirin and need a surgical procedure or dental work, be sure to tell the surgeon or dentist that you take daily aspirin and how much. Otherwise you risk excessive bleeding during surgery.

The Food and Drug Administration also warns that people who regularly take aspirin should limit the amount of alcohol they drink because of its additional blood-thinning effects and potential to upset your stomach. If you choose to drink alcohol, do so in moderation. For healthy adults, that means up to one drink a day for women of all ages and men older than age 65, and up to two drinks a day for men age 65 and younger.

What are possible drug interactions with daily aspirin therapy?

If you're already taking an anticoagulant, such as warfarin (Coumadin, Jantoven), dabigatran (Pradaxa) or rivaroxaban (Xarelto) for another condition, combining it with aspirin may greatly increase the risk of major bleeding complications. However, there may be some conditions for which combining a low dose of aspirin with warfarin is appropriate, such as with artificial heart valves for secondary stroke prevention. But this therapy always needs to be carefully discussed with your doctor.

Other medications and herbal supplements also may increase your risk of bleeding. Medications that can interact with aspirin include:

Heparin
Ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, others), when taken regularly
Corticosteroids
Some antidepressants (clomipramine, paroxetine, others)
Taking some dietary supplements can also increase your bleeding risk. These include:

Danshen
Dong quai
Evening primrose oil
Ginkgo
Omega-3 fatty acids (fish oil)
Policosanol
Willow bark

 

[dolf]

I would give Valerian Root a try before Melatonin.

coated pills so you can't taste it.
you do not want to taste it.

 

[dolf]

What are the possible side effects of daily aspirin therapy?

aspirin has an undeserved reputation for being fairly benign.

the ones sold for pain relief are 300mg, but a daily dose should be more like 75.

 

[cowslinger64]

aspirin has an undeserved reputation for being fairly benign.

the ones sold for pain relief are 300mg, but a daily dose should be more like 75.

I could have used any example, my point was most if not all meds have some sort of side effects for someone. I'd say be smart about taking anything, and I know that if I started lactating, I'd suddenly be perfectly fine with not being able to sleep.

 

[dolf]

I could have used any example, my point was most if not all meds have some sort of side effects for someone. I'd say be smart about taking anything, and I know that if I started lactating, I'd suddenly be perfectly fine with not being able to sleep.

i'd rather lactate than burn holes in my belly, but i'd rather burn holes in my belly than be in too much pain to function.

the important thing is to be aware of the risks so that you can weigh it up for yourself. informed consent.

 

[cowslinger64]

i'd rather lactate than burn holes in my belly, but i'd rather burn holes in my belly than be in too much pain to function.

the important thing is to be aware of the risks so that you can weigh it up for yourself. informed consent.

Yeah, but yer a girl... the lactating thing wouldn't be so weird now, would it? lol


I wasn't disagreeing with your point at all.. I researched melatonin before I ever took it.. saw the effects and gave it a whirl.. It worked for me...and I didn't grow any extra limbs that I know of, and nothing came out of my nipples. I did sleep tho and didn't hallucinate any more than usual.

 

[yellow_rose71]

Hi Gimpy!

Just dipping me toe in a GB thread to say hi and wave.

My doctor put me on a sleeping pill a couple years back... $360 month not covered by insurance. I took them until the free sample ran out and then pharmacist recommended Walmart OTC sleep aid with close ingredients for $4 bottle. Always works when I have to take them.

 

[dolf]

Yeah, but yer a girl... the lactating thing wouldn't be so weird now, would it? lol


I wasn't disagreeing with your point at all.. I researched melatonin before I ever took it.. saw the effects and gave it a whirl.. It worked for me...and I didn't grow any extra limbs that I know of, and nothing came out of my nipples. I did sleep tho and didn't hallucinate any more than usual.

almost ten years ago i tried an antidepressant that made my tits grow several sizes and lactate. it was pretty funny, there were pics, but i switched to something less leaky.

 

[Never]

i'd rather lactate than burn holes in my belly, but i'd rather burn holes in my belly than be in too much pain to function.

the important thing is to be aware of the risks so that you can weigh it up for yourself. informed consent.

That why I deal with pain by drinking large amounts of alcohol.

You can destroy almost 80% of your liver and it will grow back. Good as new.

 

[Libsam]

brit prescribing practices are a lot stricter than yours...

Really? Y'all's government regulates holistic/herbal/supplement alternative medicines? They do clinical testing and peer reviewed data?