Dosage
Adults: For time zone-related sleep disorders: 2 mg to 3 mg of melatonin once daily, after dark, starting on the first day of travel. Continue treatment for 2 to 3 days after your trip. In disorders of the circadian rhythm of sleep and wakefulness, e.g. related to shift work: 1 mg to 5 mg daily one hour before bedtime. In circadian rhythm sleep-wake disorders in blind people, take 0.5 mg to 5 mg once a day, around 9:00-10:00 p.m. This dosage also applies to long-term use of the drug. The effect of the drug in the long-term treatment of circadian rhythm disorders of sleep and wakefulness is sometimes observed only after 2 weeks of taking the drug.
Indications
The drug Melatonin LEK-AM Melatonin is indicated as an auxiliary agent in the treatment of sleep-wake rhythm disorders, e.g. related to changes in time zones or in connection with shift work. The drug also helps regulate disturbances in the circadian rhythm of sleep and wakefulness in blind patients.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to the active substance or to any of the excipients. Melatonin should not be used after drinking alcohol or during pregnancy or lactation
This is medicine. For safety, use it according to the leaflet included in the package. Pay attention to contraindications. If in doubt, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
