The drug is "Melatonin". Instructions for use

Melatonin is a part of many drugs, which belong to the clinical and pharmacological group of drugs used for temporary adaptation disorders.

The drug "Melatonin", the instruction indicates, Is a synthetic analogue of amine melatonin. It is a hormone that is naturally produced in the body by the epiphysis, the organ of the brain. Scientists have found melatonin in foods of plant origin, for example, in rice. In the course of the research it was established that this substance, which enters the natural composition of food, is not digested by the body.

The drug "Melatonin" affects the regulation of circadian rhythms, the normalization of the "sleep-wake" cycle, the dependence of motor activity on the period of the day, body temperature. After taking the medication, the process of falling asleep is speeded up, the quality of sleep improves, the person stops waking up in the middle of the night. Patients note improvement in the state of health in the morning, after awakening, declare that this active substance of the hormone series does not provoke lethargy, weakness and fatigue during the day. Under the influence of melatonin, dreams acquire a bright and emotionally saturated character.

The drug "Melatonin", the instruction indicates, helps to eliminate the negative consequences of the adaptation period, which are observed with a sharp change of time zones during flights, reduces the level of stress. As a result of drug treatment, there is no dependence on it, no addictive effect is observed.

After taking the tablets, the active substance is fully absorbed by the body, quickly removed through the kidneys.

The medicine "Melatonin". Instruction, indications

The drug is prescribed:

• With insomnia;
• To improve the quality of sleep;
• With the disturbed "sleep-awakening" cycle;
• When the biorhythm is disturbed (as an adaptogen);
• For the prevention of cancer;
• To stimulate the enzyme glutathione peroxidase.

Adult patients are recommended to take the pill 1 time before bedtime. The minimum dose of the active substance of the drug is 1 mg.

The maximum dose of the active component of the drug is 5 mg.

The maximum dose can not be exceeded. It is recommended to begin treatment with taking the minimum amount of the drug.

At flights with the subsequent change of time zone start to take a medicine for 1 day prior to flight. After the flight, the treatment is continued for a period of 2 to 5 days, taking 1 tablet approximately half an hour before going to bed.

The drug "Melatonin", side effects

Disorders in the work of the nervous system can be manifested by headache, morning drowsiness.

Failures in the functioning of the digestive system can be manifested by nausea, vomiting, diarrhea.

Other disorders in the work of the organism were manifested by allergic reactions with edema.

Medication "Melatonin", contraindications

You can not prescribe the drug:

• At Violations of kidney function, including kidney failure;
• For autoimmune diseases;
• With leukemia;
• With lymphoma;
• With an established allergic reaction;
• With lymphogranulomatosis;
• With myeloma;
• With epilepsy;
• With diabetes mellitus;
• During pregnancy;
• Breastfeeding;
• With increased sensitivity to the active ingredient.

The drug "Melatonin", the instruction indicates, has a weakly expressed contraceptive effect. The doctor should provide the patient with such information.

The production of the hormone melatonin, the full realization of its functions in the body depends on the illumination. Therefore, patients undergoing treatment with melatonin, it is recommended to avoid prolonged stay in places with excessive light exposure.

During the treatment period, it is necessary to refrain from driving transport and other occupations with potentially dangerous activities that require an increased concentration of attention and speed of psychomotor reactions.